Darjeeling also known as the land of the thunderbolts is a small town in West Bengal, India. Development of the town dates back to the mid-19th century, when the British set up a sanatorium and a military depot. Subsequently, extensive tea plantations were established in the region, and tea growers developed distinctive hybrids of black tea and created new fermenting techniques. A great way to spend a day is to take a share-jeep to Ghoom (the next town up the ridge), visit some monasteries there and walk back to Darjeeling via some of the villages.
Darjeeling
View From Tiger Hill
Tiger Hill is the summit of Ghoom, the highest railway station on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Ideal to visit early morning when the first rays of the sun kiss the Mt Kanchenjunga and give it a golden color.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI)
The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) was created by the late Tenzing Norgay on November 4, 1954 to encourage mountaineering as an organized sport in India
Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car (Ropeway)
Popularly known as the ropeway, it is situated at North Point. It is the oldest passenger ropeway and connects Darjeeling with Singla Bazaar at the bottom of the valley.
Kalimpong
This city is located near Darjeeling at an altitude of about 1250 m and has many places of tourist attractions like Kalibari, Kalimpong market, Gouripur House, Golf Course, Pedong Monastery, and Rishyap.
Kurseong
This city near Darjeeling is located at an altitude of about 1458 m and is famous for its scenic beauty with peace and tranquility all around.
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