The Wonderful Hills of Darjeeling

Darjeeling is one of the most picturesque hill towns of northern India which is situated in the Indian state of West Bengal on the Indo – Nepal border. This spectacular hill station is nestled between the mighty Mt. Kanchan Junga and green sprawling hills. Darjeeling is lovingly called as the Queen of all the hill stations. The cool aromatic breeze, lush green tea gardens, picturesque Lakes, amazing landscapes and green meadows make it a real delight for the nature lovers.

Darjeeling is the land of scenic wonderments and visitors coming on a tour of the place love to relish in the scintillating charm and splendour of the natural beauty. Some of the eminent places of tourists’ interest in Darjeeling are the Botanical Garden, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Happy Valley Tea Estate and the lovely waterfall. Apart from these there are many other tourist places like the Rock Garden, Ganga Maiya Park, Batasia Loop, Peace Pagoda (Japanese Temple), Dhir Dham Temple, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and many others.

Darjeeling is also famous for its Himalayan Railway which is lovingly known as Toy Train. Visiting Darjeeling and exploring the joy ride on this toy train, which has also been declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a real treat. This beautiful train runs on the narrow gauge track with very low speed and this easily attracts visitors and these truly takes the visitors to the world of serenity. As you enroll yourself to this joy ride, you are taken to a new world where you can explore and enjoy the beautiful nature along with the picturesque landscapes. The honeymooners and the leisure vacationers very much enjoy this scenic ride and this truly offers them wonderful time.

Tiger Hill is a must visit place during a tour of Darjeeling. It is located around 8500 feet high, and is 11 kilometers from Darjeeling. Tourists from all over the world come here for this picturesque view that is of the beautiful sun rising can be viewed from this Tiger Hill. The dawn changes the tiger hill to a heaven on earth as you can view the beautiful peak of Kanchan Junga changes the color from the snow capped mountain to 24carat gold caped mountain when it is kissed by the morning glow of sun. The other view that can be glance from Tiger Hill are on a very clear and sunny day is beautiful Teesta River and the Mechi River.

Mall Road is the beautiful place in Darjeeling endowed with captivating beauty and profound environment. Local people and tourists gather in this captivating spot to enjoy the beauty of the place so soothing and fascinating. From here the tourists can enjoy the glorious view of the inviting countryside, sprawling tea gardens and the over view of the town. Visitors can also enjoy the pony ride along the Mall road and enjoy the picturesque vistas that will surely still you heart away.

It is here in Darjeeling you can feel the charm and splendor of the nature that are displayed in each and every magnetizing form. From the cool hills that are magnificently dotted by the sprawling tea gardens to rich flora and fauna to the endless tourist attractions, Darjeeling is one of the most sought after holiday destination that is visited by thousands and hundreds of tourists from far and wide.