Darjeeling offers a serene escape amidst lush tea plantations, colonial-era architecture, and peaceful Tibetan monasteries. It provides magnificent views of the snow-capped Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain, which is prominently visible on clear days. The town is characterized by its steep and bustling streets, dotted with buildings from the British era, Buddhist monasteries, and Hindu temples, making it an interesting destination for exploration. Darjeeling is also famous for its world-renowned tea, often referred to as the 'Champagne of teas,' and visitors can explore tea estates and partake in tea-tasting sessions. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, affectionately known as the 'Toy Train,' is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers breathtaking views as it chugs through the mountains. The climate is cool year-round, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and adventure, with peak tourist seasons from April to June and September to November.
Tiger Hill Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) Batasia Loop Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (Darjeeling Zoo) Japanese Peace Pagoda Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) Happy Valley Tea Estate Ghoom Monastery (Yiga Choeling Monastery) Observatory Hill and Mahakal Temple Chowrasta (The Mall) Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Park Darjeeling Ropeway Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center Bengal Natural History Museum Dali Monastery Dhirdham Temple Sandakphu Lloyd Botanic Gardens Glenary's Tenzing & Gombu Rock