{"id":123543,"date":"2022-08-24T21:00:19","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T15:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=123543"},"modified":"2022-08-24T10:56:57","modified_gmt":"2022-08-24T05:26:57","slug":"a-travel-guide-to-kurseong-in-west-bengal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/travel\/a-travel-guide-to-kurseong-in-west-bengal","title":{"rendered":"A Travel Guide to Kurseong in West Bengal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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 \u201cKharsang\u201d 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Moreover, white orchids are abundant on the hill slopes in this area. Thus, it is popularly called the \u201cLand of the White Orchids\u201d. Besides, it is also famous as \u2018the School Town\u2019 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are all the details that you need before travelling to Kurseong:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Things to do in Kurseong\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Enjoy the beauty of nature in the pleasant weather<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Visit the tourist attractions in the area<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Go on treks and hikes in tea gardens or Cryptomeria Japonica forest<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Try adventure sports like Hot Air balloons and Rock Climbing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Experience the architectural excellence of the schools in Kurseong<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Enjoy White Water rafting in Tista<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Witness the white orchids that are found in the area<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Take a Toy Train ride with a spectacular view of the Himalayas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tourist attractions in Kurseong\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can visit the following tourist attractions in Kurseong:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Eagles Craig View Point<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dow Hill Park<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dow Hill<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Giddapahar Durga Mata Mandir<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Forest Museum<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Salamander Lake<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Makaibari Tea Estate<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chimney<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kettle Valley Picnic Spot<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Best time to visit Kurseong<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The best time to visit Kurseong is from September to mid-June. The weather remains pleasant and suitable for travelling at this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Accommodation in Kurseong\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The following options can be considered while planning your stay at Kurseong:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Roudra Chhaya Tourism Property (Kurseong Tourist Lodge)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Hill Cart Road, Kurseong, Pin &#8211; 734283\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact No.<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: 9733008779<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:kurseongtl@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">kurseongtl@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Khim Khesang Homestay<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Bunkulung, Mirik<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact No.<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: 91 9932224074<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:aswinitamang@rediffmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">aswinitamang@rediffmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bomzon Salamander Homestay<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Nakhapani, 7th Mile , Mirik\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact No.<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: 91 9932224074<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:aswinitamang@rediffmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">aswinitamang@rediffmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thapa Thali Salamander Homestay<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Deose Dara, Mirik<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact No.<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: 91 9932224074<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:aswinitamang@rediffmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">aswinitamang@rediffmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Golay Salamander Homestay I and II<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Nakhapani, 7th Mile , Mirik<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact No.<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: 91 9932224074<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:aswinitamang@rediffmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">aswinitamang@rediffmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to reach Kurseong?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can reach Kurseong in the following ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Air<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Train<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Road<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Places to visit near Kurseong<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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 \u201cKharsang\u201d in their local language. 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