5 Reasons Why You Should Plan For A Memorable Darjeeling Tour

Situated in the State of West Bengal in the lap of the soaring Kanchan Junga, Darjeeling is a beautiful hill town immersed in the fascinating natural beauty. It is incredibly blessed all year round with the emerald greenery but as the spring comes this beautiful hill town is decorated with red and white rhododendrons that never fail to captivate the minds of visitors and tourists. In additional the pleasant climatic conditions, blissful ambiance and on top the caring people wearing a smile on their faces truly makes Darjeeling the most friendly hill station in India for holidaymakers and nature lovers.

Well, there are several reasons why one should plan for Darjeeling tour but the important ones are mentioned below.

Toy Train ->

One of the major reasons why most of the tourists visit Darjeeling is its Toy Train also called Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Toy Train in Darjeeling is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in India which today offer a pleasing journey to the visitors coming for Darjeeling tours and travels. Truly one cannot afford to miss to enjoy joy journey in this small gauge train run by the steam engine which will offer a unique experience to relish in forever. Toy Train is also one of the major attractions of tourism in Darjeeling, which magnets visitors from the entire corner of the world.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Darjeeling Zoo ->

Darjeeling has lots of exciting attractions and each attraction is truly unique and incomparable by any other tourism destinations in the world. Here one can visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) which showcases the articles used by the Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary the first two mountaineers to reach the summit of Kanchan Junga which is the highest mountain peak in the world. Within the proximity is the Darjeeling Zoo known by the name Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park which is home to varied species of Himalayan Birds and animals. Here one can see varied species of rare and endangered birds and animals among which include the most famous Red Panda.

Rich Culture and Traditions ->

Darjeeling is very rich in culture and traditions and has a diversity of people consisting of Lepchas, Tibetans, Nepali Gorkhas who form the majority Bengalis, Biharis and Marwaris to name few. With so much diversity in culture and traditions, Darjeeling exhibits the harmonious mix of rich culture and provides a wonderful opportunity for tourists to various colorful shades of Darjeeling in India. Each religion has their own major festivals but Dasai and Tihar which means the Dusshera and Diwali festival are celebrated in a grand way. Truly you will be awe-struck with the rich culture and traditions of Darjeeling which is one of its kinds and truly unique.

Irresistible Delicacies ->

Darjeeling is gastronomical paradise. Here one can enjoy quite a good range of cuisines from locally made to the national and international delicacies which are surely going to work wonder on your taste buds. Among the many, the most common is the "Momos" the wonder created by the mixture of Onion and Cabbage. Also do not miss to enjoy the mood making local wine called Tongbas and Nigar, which are the most common drink found in Darjeeling and its proximity.

Pleasant Climatic Conditions ->

Darjeeling is amazingly blessed with the outstanding beauty of nature with cool and pleasant climatic conditions. Due to the balmy weather, visitors flock from all the nook and corner of the world on a regular basis all the year round.

These are some of the few reasons which make Darjeeling the most sought after holiday destinations in India. Due to its enigmatic charm and blissful ambiance, this hill town Darjeeling is lovingly called Queen of all the Hills.

Well apart from Darjeeling tour due to the nearness of Gangtok, Sikkim and Kalimpong visitors also preferred to enjoy Darjeeling Gangtok Tour as well as Darjeeling Sikkim Tours. So it will truly be a great experience which you will love to treasure and cherish forever.

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Darjeeling Travel- An Everlasting Experience

If you want to escape from the stressful and polluted environment of the city life, then a Darjeeling tour will solve all your problems. Come to this place and breathe in the pure and fresh air, which is unimaginable in cities, and completely relax and rejuvenate yourself at the picturesque landscapes of Darjeeling.

Encompassed with the gigantic and magnificent mountain range and placed at a high altitude of over 2000 meters above sea level, this place is rightly referred to as the "Queen of the Hills". The captivating views of the sunrise and sunsets with the mighty snowy mountains at the backdrop will definitely keep you completely spellbound. The huge pine trees covering the mountains add to the mysticism of this place. One thing that is associated with Darjeeling for years and has made it world famous is the rich and exotic tea gardens. These huge stretches of carpeted greenery make it a tourist attraction. Being the producer of one of the finest tea leaves, Darjeeling has managed to grab the global attention. This has helped the Darjeeling tourism and has made it one of the major tourist destinations.

A planned Darjeeling tour will enable you to visit all the places of interest in and around Darjeeling. With some great temples and monasteries, enchanting scenic beauty and great hospitality, Darjeeling tourism in no way lets you down. The toy train ride is absolutely amazing and has been ushered with a world heritage status.

Ghoom, one of the prominent places in Darjeeling is famous for its Yiga Choeling Monastery which has some of the greatest images of Maitreya Buddha. The Batasia Loop, a railway loop is constructed by using the highest degree of engineering skills. A war memorial has also been constructed in order to pay homage to the martyrs of this land. Tiger Hill is yet another place that offers one of the most breath-taking sunrise views. The changing color of the snow clad mountains from white to crimson red during sunrise will certainly bowl you over. If you are an animal and nature lover, then a visit to the Museum of Natural History and Llyod Botanical Garden will make your trip quite interesting. The Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park is the only center in India where breeding of the rare Snow Leopard is done. The Darjeeling-Rangit Valley Ropeway, offering some extraordinary sights, is the largest ropeway rides in Asia. Darjeeling tourism is constantly thriving for new ideas to allure tourists from all over the world.

Gangtok, another prominent place near Darjeeling is a great tourist attraction. A tour of Gangtok can be tagged into the Darjeeling travel, making your trip highly exciting. Kalimpong, Mirik and Kurseong are other places near Darjeeling that are equally beautiful. However, it is Gangtok that has grabbed the attention of tourists. A tour of Gangtok will take you to the world of ornately designed monasteries, spectacular view of Kanchenjunga, mystic valleys and rich greenery that will fill you with contentment. Therefore, the inclusion of a Gangtok Tour will make your Darjeeling trip a fulfilling and enriching one.

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