Located in the sweetest part of India, Kurseong lies in the Darjeeling district. It is a hill station at an altitude of 1458 meters. It is near Darjeeling and Siliguri. This hill station is inhabited by the Lepchas, who call it “Kharsang” in their local language. In 1835, the Monarch of Sikkim handed it over to the British Empire. Later it became the tourist destination of the colonial authorities.
Moreover, white orchids are abundant on the hill slopes in this area. Thus, it is popularly called the “Land of the White Orchids”. Besides, it is also famous as ‘the School Town’ as it has quite a few reputed schools with great architecture. Tea gardens are also a prominent attraction of this hill station. It contributes majorly to the revenue generation of Kurseong.
If you are a hill person and want to experience nature closely and enjoy the visual beauty it offers, then Kurseong is a must-visit place for you.
Here are all the details that you need before travelling to Kurseong:
Things to do in Kurseong
- Enjoy the beauty of nature in the pleasant weather
- Visit the tourist attractions in the area
- Go on treks and hikes in tea gardens or Cryptomeria Japonica forest
- Try adventure sports like Hot Air balloons and Rock Climbing
- Experience the architectural excellence of the schools in Kurseong
- Enjoy White Water rafting in Tista
- Witness the white orchids that are found in the area
- Take a Toy Train ride with a spectacular view of the Himalayas
Tourist attractions in Kurseong
You can visit the following tourist attractions in Kurseong:
- Eagles Craig View Point
- Dow Hill Park
- Dow Hill
- Giddapahar Durga Mata Mandir
- Forest Museum
- Salamander Lake
- Makaibari Tea Estate
- Chimney
- Kettle Valley Picnic Spot
Best time to visit Kurseong
The best time to visit Kurseong is from September to mid-June. The weather remains pleasant and suitable for travelling at this time.
Accommodation in Kurseong
The following options can be considered while planning your stay at Kurseong:
- Roudra Chhaya Tourism Property (Kurseong Tourist Lodge)
Address: Hill Cart Road, Kurseong, Pin – 734283
Contact No.: 9733008779
Email: [email protected]
- Khim Khesang Homestay
Address: Bunkulung, Mirik
Contact No.: 91 9932224074
Email: [email protected]
- Bomzon Salamander Homestay
Address: Nakhapani, 7th Mile , Mirik
Contact No.: 91 9932224074
Email: [email protected]
- Thapa Thali Salamander Homestay
Address: Deose Dara, Mirik
Contact No.: 91 9932224074
Email: [email protected]
- Golay Salamander Homestay I and II
Address: Nakhapani, 7th Mile , Mirik
Contact No.: 91 9932224074
Email: [email protected]
How to reach Kurseong?
You can reach Kurseong in the following ways:
- By Air
The airport in Bagdogra is the nearest airport to Kurseong. Flights from all major cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Howrah, Guwahati, etc., arrive and depart here. Local transport is readily available to reach the hill station.
- By Train
Siliguri and New Jalpaiguri railway stations are the nearest railway stations to Kurseong. You can board trains for all major cities in and around West Bengal. It includes Kolkata, Howrah, Delhi, Guwahati, etc.
- By Road
You can enter Kurseong through Siliguri and Jalpaiguri. The hill station of Kurseong can be easily reached from these places due to the availability of varied modes of transportation.
Places to visit near Kurseong
When in Kureseng, the nearest place to visit is Darjeeling, approximately 30 km away and Siliguri at a distance of 47 km. Other nearby places that can be visited from Kurseong are Gangtok, Kalimpong, North Sikkim, and south Sikkim. All of them lie within 100 km of Kurseong.
