5 Best Places to see in Darjeeling this Summer
Lush green hill side that transforms in the white curtain of powdery snow in winter months, mountain slopes, world’s best Toy Train Ride, Tiger Hill and amazing view of Mount Kanchenjunga, are names a few that will create an amazing image of beautiful small hill town in the lap of North East part of India in the state of West Bengal. It is all about Darjeeling – approx 120 km from Bagdogra – the domestic airport with regular flights from Delhi and other cities in India and a few km from New Jalpaiguri – the nearest railway station.
You will feel the refreshing change as soon as you will start journey from airport or railway station. Your Darjeeling Tour Packages will surely help you in experiencing the real pleasure of your holidays. It is one of the most popular and beautiful hill station in North-east part of India that has been an ideal choice of tourists in summer; while it has been the best place for education system in the Himalayan backdrop. Here is the detail of 5 best places to see in Darjeeling this summer.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway – A World Heritage Site by UNESCO
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway or DHR – the world heritage site by UNESCO is the second railway in the world having such an honor after Semmering Railway in Austria. It is the most famous and of course the must see attraction in Darjeeling that is also called as Toy Train. Being a narrow gauge rail 2 ft in width, it runs between Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri. It was built in the year between 1879 and 1881.
Singalila National Park – Beauty with Serenity
Located at an altitude of approx 2134 meter above sea level, the beautiful national park is situated in the highest regions of West Bengal that is known for its amazing peaks and the panoramic views of the lesser Himalayas. It is famous for trekking routes with a large variety of mountainous vegetation, fauna and birds. Not to mention the amazing wildlife ranging from rare to endagenred species like Red Panda, Black Bear, Leopard, Tigers, Clouded Leopard, Barking Deer and a lot more.
Tiger Hill
It is one of the most famous and of course a must see peak in Darjeeling that can be reached either by jeep or by foot that transverses through some of the oldest tea plantation in Darjeeling. It is best known as trekking destination and its peaks are known for offering some of the most marvelous views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Monolithic Mt Everest.
Observatory Hill
Another beautiful and amazing place to see in Darjeeling near Chowrasta Square, it is famous view point and tourist attraction in Darjeeling that is known for its magnificent views of Mount Kanchenjunga and ancient temple that is dedicated to Mahakal or Lord Shiva. It is a photogenic place to capture some of the most beautiful images of your tour to Darjeeling.
Batasia Loop
Don’t forget to spend some time here as it is in the list of top 5 tourist places in Darjeeling to see. Batasia Loop can be visited when the famous Toy Train makes its way across a looped track – transverse through some beautiful parks. It is famous for housing a Gorkha War Memorial and 360 degrees view of Darjeeling through Toy Train. It covers an area of more than 50000 square feet and transverses spirally into tunnels, landscaped parks and hillocks.
There are a number of other tourist places and prime attractions to see in Darjeeling. Local markets will also keep you surprised and persuade you to plan a holiday again and again.
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Top 10 Places to see in Sikkim in summer holidays
Sikkim, one of the beautiful seven states in North-East India (all called as Seven Sister States), is the pride of India tourism. Sharing its borders with Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet, Sikkim is the wonderful part in Himalayan ranges that has been offering you the wonderful view of second highest mountain peaks of 8586 meter name Mount Kanchenjunga along with a number of other dramatic landscapes that will surely keep you enticed and spell bound for the time to come. The beautiful state is also home to glaciers, alpine meadows, thousands of varieties of wildflowers, steep paths that lead to hilltop Buddhist Monasteries (Pemayangtse) that dates to the early 1700s. Choose affordable Sikkim tour packages or Sikkim holiday packages and you will have some better options of exploring some of the fascinated and wonderful places. Some of them are the following:
Gangtok – the pride of Sikkim Tourism
The beautiful city and the capital of Sikkim, has a lot more to keep you busy. MG Marg is the best place for evening out and to explore the real beauty of Sikkim. Some of the main attractions here include Paragliding in the valley, Jhakri Falls and Kyongnosla Water Falls, Yak ride and Lively nightlife. Not to mention Snowcapped ranges of Mt Kachendzonga, Bird eye view from the rope way and Enchey Monastery.
TSomgo Lake – Very Close to Gangtok
Tsomgo Lake is located just 38 km away from the capital city of Sikkim called Gangtok. Some of the wonderful attractions include Migratory ducks like the Brahmini, The beautiful flowers such as Primulas, Blue and Yellow Poppies, and Irish and Yaks and ponies ride.
Yuksom – A Historic Town
The beautiful old historic town is in West Sikkim full of natural beauty and various adventure spots. Some of the main attractions include the historic Norbugang Park, Tashi tenka, which was a historic royal palace, the oldest monastery the Dubdi Gompa, Kathok Wodsalin Gompa and Goechala Trek. Don’t forget to reach Khangchendzonga National Park.
Nathula Pass – Connecting India with Tibet
Nathula Pass at an altitude of 4310 meter above sea level is a part of a side-shoot of the prehistoric Silk Road. Some of the key attractions include Yak safari, Border Gates of India and China, A beautifully built war memorial, Exhibition Centre of the Indian Army and Mt Chomolhari. Keep in mind that oxygen level is low and traffic jams are common due to rough weather conditions.
Lachung, Lachen and Yumthang Valley
It is a distant village in North Sikkim and the winter home for Tibetan nomadic tribet; while Lachung is also a high altitude village of Tibetan and Bhutia people in North Sikkim. Yumthang is a beautiful valley bounded by snowcapped mountains. They are must see places during your tour to Sikkim.
Ravangla
The beautiful place of furrowed by dense forests and outstandingly balanced on a ridge superintending an extensive swish of western Sikkim is assuring one of the most beautiful mountain views. Tathagata Tsal - Buddhist park, Mane Choekhorling Gompa, Pang Lhabsol and Hikes and treks points are key attractions.
Namchi
Another must see attraction here; it is blessed with fresh air which is fragmented with the aroma of lush flora. Some key attractions are Khangchendzonga range, Sherdup Choeling Monastery, The beautiful tea gardens, Rock Garden, Namchi Mahotsav in October and a lot more.
Zuluk
Zuluk is a small village at high altitude with empowering history due to its connection with the Silk Route. You will see snowcapped mountain ranges especially during winter. Main attractions include Nag temple, Mt Kanchenjungha, Thambi View Point,
Teesta River
It is known for its stunning look, especially when frozen in winters. Some of the key attractions include River rafting and kayaking during the summers, Bird spotting, Lush green fauna and flower beds on the banks, Sangam of river teesta with it tributary the Rangeet River and Dikchu bridge on way to Lachung.
There are various other wonderful attractions that will keep you enticed and persuade you for wonderful holidays to this beautiful part of North-East India.
Smart Holiday Shop offers you attractive packages to explore the beauty of Sikkim according to your choice. You have to choose the right tour package and start enjoying your holidays in a way like never before. Customized tours are also provided here that will keep you surprised and enticed for the time to come. So what you are waiting for, feel free to contact via ay convenient mode of communication to make an advance booking of the package.
