What is there not to love about Darjeeling? High above the clouds, this stunning hill station is a peaceful getaway for tourists from around the world. Beyond producing some of the best tea in the world (unofficially known as ‘the champagne of teas’), Darjeeling is a natural and cultural wonder. Discover its vibrant green hills, distant mountain peaks, and unique culture!
Dali Monastery is a massive monastic community that sits about 5 kilometers from Darjeeling. Perched atop a hill with a sprawling view, Dali Monastery (also known as DrukSangagCholing Monastery, houses...
The picturesque Ghum Monastery is a charming little place with superb views on all sides. The monastery was built in 1850 by the Mongolian astrologer and monk SokpoSherabGyatso, who was...
You cannot leave Darjeeling without visiting one of its famous tea gardens. After strolling through the expansive, lush fields of tea, sip some of the world’s greatest tea with a...
Find an inner sense of peace at Darjeeling’s Japanese Peace Pagoda, part of a family of NipponzanMyohoji Buddhist Temples found all over the world. The one is Darjeeling is located...
Right next to each other lie two of Darjeeling’s most popular tour destinations. Hit bothat once on your trip to Darjeeling! The Himalayan Zoological Park is ranked among the top...
Hop in the gondola, glide through the air, and enjoy one of the best mountain views in all of Darjeeling. The Darjeeling Ropeway, India’s first cable car system (built in...
The Batasia Loop is a 100-year-oldcircular train track surrounded by a spectacular mountain vista. Without a doubt, this is the most scenic stretch of the toy train route. Located on...
Perhaps Darjeeling’s most beloved place to visit is the Darjeeling Toy Train – an UNESCO World Heritage site and world-renowned engineering feat. The steam-powered locomotive huffs and puffs its way...
The Old Ghum Monastery (interchangeable with Yiga Choeling Monastery) is one of the oldest and largest monasteries in the Darjeeling area. It is architecturally a masterpiece, designed with rich symbolism...
Considering the history of all Darjeeling’s monasteries, Bhutia Busty (meaning Bhutia colony) has perhaps the most tumultuous. Spanning about 250 years, the various buildings and locations of Bhutia Busty have...