Darjeeling travel guide

Places to visit in Darjeeling

34 places, grouped by kind. Each one shows how well it is verified: an official source, two independent sources, or not yet verified.

District headquarters 1

1. Darjeeling (district headquarters) Two sources

   Location: Darjeeling · district headquarters

   Headquarters of Darjeeling district, Jalpaiguri division (Wikipedia).

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Temples, mosques and churches 8

1. Bhutia Busti Monastery Official source

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   Bhutia Busty monastery or Karma Dorjee Chyoling monastery is a Buddhist monastery located in Bhutia Busty, Darjeeling District India. It belongs to the Red Sect of Buddhist Lamas. (district portal)

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2. Dali Monastery Official source

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   A Drukpa Kagyud Monastery belonging to the Kagyupa Order of Tibetan Buddhism is the Dali Monastery at Dali – on the route between Ghoom and Darjeeling at an altitude of 7000 ft above sea level. (district portal)

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3. Dhirdham Temple Official source

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   is a Hindu temple deeply inspired by Tibetan and Buddhist architectural styles. (district portal)

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4. Japanese Temple Official source

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   Also known as Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple, the shrine was built in 1972 and is located 10 minutes away from the Darjeeling town centre, on the hill of Jalapahar. (district portal)

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5. Observatory Hill & Mahakal Temple Official source

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   Observatory Hill is a hill near Chowrasta square, or The Mall as it is popularly known, in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. Views of snow-clad peaks, including Mount Kanchenjunga, are visible from the Observatory Hill. (district portal)

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6. Peace Pagoda Official source

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   Darjeeling or Darjeeling Peace Pagoda is one of the Peace Pagodas designed to provide a focus for people of all races and creeds to help unite them in their search for world peace. (district portal)

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7. Salugara Monastery Official source

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   Salugara Monastery, also known as The Great International Tashi Gomang Stupa, is an important spiritual centre located on the outskirts of Siliguri in West Bengal, India. (Incredible India)

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8. St. Andrew’s Church Official source

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   Not many people can claim an entire town as part of their legacy, but Lt. Aylmer Lloyd is an exception. (district portal)

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Palaces, forts and monuments 5

1. Batasia Loop & Gorkha War Memorial Official source

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   On the way to Darjeeling from Siliguri by the famous Toy Train journey passes through the Batasia Loop (A Windy Place) and the War Memorial. This place is 5 kms. (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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2. Chowrasta Mall Official source

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   Chowrasta (Translation: where four roads meet ) is a historical public square in the Victoria era hill resort town of Darjeeling in the state of West Bengal, India. (district portal)

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3. Coronation (Sevoke) Bridge Official source

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   Amidst the picturesque landscapes, across the Teesta River linking Siliguri to the enchanting Darjeeling hills, spans a monumental testament to heritage and engineering prowess. (Incredible India)

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4. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway joy ride Official source

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   The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway , also known as the DHR or the Toy Train , is a 2 ft (610 mm) gauge railway that runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling in the Indian state of West Bengal. (district portal)

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5. Roy Villa Official source

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   is a four storied building situated at Lebong Cart Road, Darjeeling, West Bengal. The building holds a special significance in being the Death place of Sister Nivedita, the disciple of Swami Vivekananda who died on 13 October 1911. (district portal)

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Hills, forests and wildlife 12

1. Tiger Hill Official source

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   At sunrise, the peaks of Kanchenjunga are illuminated before the sun is seen at lower elevations. From Tiger Hill, Mount Everest (8848 m) is just visible. Kanchenjunga (8598 m) looks higher than Mt. (district portal)

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2. Happy Valley Tea Estate Official source

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   is a Tea Garden in Darjeeling District in the Indian state of West Bengal. Established in 1854, it is Darjeeling’s second oldest tea estate. (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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3. Kurseong Official source

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   Hidden among the misty green patches of Darjeeling, West Bengal, Kurseong is a place that brings wonder and serenity together. (Incredible India)

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4. Lloyd Botanical Garden Official source

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   Lloyd’s Botanical Garden was established in 1878 when 40 acres (160,000 m2) of land was acquired at Darjeeling to form a botanic garden as a distant annexe of the Calcutta Botanical Garden. (district portal)

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5. Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary Official source

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   Cradled between the majestic Mahananda and Teesta Rivers, a captivating realm of diverse flora, glistening streams, verdant valleys, and myriad wildlife beckons you to immerse in its beauty. (Incredible India)

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6. Nightingale Shrubbery Official source

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   The Shrubbery Nightingale Park in Darjeeling is a lovely public location that is remarkable for enjoyable and taking part in the great view of the snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas. (district portal)

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7. Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park Official source

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   A zoo was established on 14 August 1958 in the Birch Hill neighbourhood of Darjeeling under the Department of Education of the Govwenment of West Bengal with a goal to study and preserve Himalayan fauna. (district portal)

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8. Rock Garden & Gangamaya Park Official source

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   The Rock Garden (also known as Barbotey Rock Garden) at Chunnu Summer Falls and Ganga Maya Park are recently added tourist attractions in the hilly town of Darjeeling in the state of West Bengal, India. (district portal)

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9. Sandakphu Official source

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   As you start climbing towards Sandakphu, the ground beneath ceases to be a mere pathway — it serves as an entrance to a dimension caught between the land and the heavens. (Incredible India)

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10. Senchal Lake & Wild Life Sanctuary Official source

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    Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is located at Outskirt of Darjeeling around 10-15 km from main town. It is one of the oldest wildlife sanctuaries of India and covers an area of 38.6 km2 (14.9 sq mi). (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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11. Singalila National Park Official source

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    Singalila National Park is a stunning national park located on the Singalila Ridge in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India. (Incredible India)

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12. Tenzing & Gombu Rock Official source

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    Tenzing and Gombu rocks are situated on Lebong Cart Road and face opposite to each other. (district portal)

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Museums and culture 8

1. Ava Art Gallery Official source

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   At an Outskirt of town and 4Km away, AVA art gallery was jointly established in 1965 by Late Ava Devi who was as genius as embroidery art , and Bhopal Rao Sett. This is only art gallery of its kind in Darjeeling. (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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2. Bengal Natural History Museum Official source

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   Book your tickets to a fascinating voyage into the world of natural historical wonders at the Bengal Natural History Museum. (Incredible India)

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3. Darjeeling Ropeway (Rangeet Valley) Official source

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   Travelling across 2.5 kilometres with 16 cars, the Darjeeling Ropeway, also known as the Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car, offers an enchanting experience that allows you to soak in the breathtaking beauty of the Eastern Himalayas. (Incredible India; wording is the source's own claim)

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4. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) Official source

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   The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) is one of the premier mountaineering institutes in the world. (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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5. Jamuni Tourist Complex Official source

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   Jamuney has been gaining popularity as one of the new tourist destination, located about 12 km only from Darjeeling town, takes just about an hour drive.One can easily feel the drastic change in weather and plantation wh. (district portal; wording is the source's own claim)

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6. Lebong Race Course Official source

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   At the Eastern side of Darjeeling lies the Lebong Race Course, which symbolises the sporting legacy and cultural heritage of this hill station. (Incredible India)

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7. The Old Cemetery Official source

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   Tourists in general do not include the Old Cemetery in Darjeeling in their itinerary. (district portal)

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8. Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre Official source

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   Situated at Lebong and locally known as Hermitage, the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (TRSHC) came into existence on 2 October 1959. (district portal)

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How to reach Darjeeling

By train

See the sources for the nearest station.

By air

Kolkata (CCU) or Bagdogra (IXB) (estimate).

By road

National and state highways; route details to confirm.

Headquarters

Darjeeling

Coast

Inland

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Best time to visit Darjeeling

Best time

October to March; April-June in the hills (estimate).

Climate

Hot, humid summers and a heavy June-September monsoon; cool hills in the north (estimate).

Dates to plan around in West Bengal

• Durga Puja — Kolkata and statewide: September-October; 2027 dates to confirm
• Gangasagar Mela — Sagar Island, South 24 Parganas: Makar Sankranti, mid-January; 2027 dates to confirm
• Poush Mela — Santiniketan, Birbhum: December; dates to confirm
• Rath Yatra — Mahesh (Hooghly) and statewide: June-July; date to confirm
• Rash Utsav — Nabadwip and Shantipur, Nadia: November; dates to confirm

Where to stay in Darjeeling