What is Darjeeling Famous for?

There are a plethora of things to see/do in Darjeeling (after all, it is the “Queen of the Hills”). However, after having lived here for decades and interacted with several tourists, I have managed to compile a list of the Top 3 things to see/do in Darjeeling based on the aggregated opinion of the tourists I interacted with as well as my personal opinion (weighed 50% each).

The Everest Museum In Darjeeling Houses Mementos And Photos Of People Who Scaled Mount Everest

Darjeeling can be reached through Bagdogra airport and New Jalpaiguri Railway station in Siliguri. Beautiful streach of road between Rohini and kurseong makes you feel that you are in different country.

Darjeeling Was Developed By The British During The Mid 19th Century Period.

Darjeeling Was Developed By The British During The Mid 19th Century Period.

Darjeeling has lost her erstwhile glory to a large extent with huge influx of tourist and increasing issues with political agitation. Once the most favourite destination of all Bengalis, it remains a melancholic abode for those seeking wander lust in a tight budget in the lap of Himalaya.

Darjeeling has some beautiful winter items that tourists and locals pick up for the cooler months. And apart from the range of shawls, another must check out item is their beautifully-crafted, hand-knitted sweaters in a range of classic and creative patterns.

There are few places which you can't miss like Mirik lake, Tiger hill (surrise view), Pashupati market in Nepal and mirik border(for foreign goods shopping).

The Name Darjeeling Comes From Tibetan Words Dorje And Ling.

Darjeeling has lost her erstwhile glory to a large extent with huge influx of tourist and increasing issues with political agitation. Once the most favourite destination of all Bengalis, it remains a melancholic abode for those seeking wander lust in a tight budget in the lap of Himalaya.

If you want anything from everyday groceries to reasonably-priced electronics, then go to this popular local market that sees hundreds of people visit every day. This is the perfect shopping hub.

The Rangit Valley Ropeway In Darjeeling Is The Largest Ropeway In Asia.

The remains of post colonial British era retains in palatial buildings and eateries add up to the appeal. With time connectivity to far east has become easier and people generally flock to more charming terrains of kalimpong or assam or even gangtok.

Darjeeling offers some intricately-made household accessories and one of their most popular items are their rich carpets that come in a range of designs. The Tibetan Self Help Center in Darjeeling is one of the best places to check out for carpets.

The Darjeeling Railway Is Fondly Known As Toy Train.

The remains of post colonial British era retains in palatial buildings and eateries add up to the appeal. With time connectivity to far east has become easier and people generally flock to more charming terrains of kalimpong or assam or even gangtok.

Chowrasta or the Mall Road is one of the most popular places to be in Darjeeling for shopping. Here you will find a range of different items, including fashion garments, curio decors, woollen clothes, photo equipment, books and Darjeeling tea.

Darjeeling is the quintessential bucket list destination for all bagpackers in India, as well as the starting point of Sandakfu trek.

Darjeeling is the maker of some of the best teas in the world, it is also a great place to drink a cup of tea made from the freshly-plucked leaves of one of its renowned gardens, where you can even buy some of this fine tea.

Lying in the lap of lesser Himalayas, Darjeeling is one of the most popular tourist spots in India. When most parts of India faces the sweltering heat of Indian summer, Darjeeling provides a cool retreat in the lap of nature.

Darjeeling is famous for its winter wear and across this hill station you will find everything from hats and scarves to jackets and shawls. One of the best places to pick up these winter items includes Mahakal Market.

Besides being a mystic hill station, Darjeeling has many other aspects worth knowing.

This small mall is one of the only malls in Darjeeling and it is one of the places that is frequented by the youth as it has an INOX theatre.

Darjeeling is one of the most popular hill stations in India. The chance to see the Kanchenjunga peak has a big appeal among the tourists. Every year, the number of tourists visiting a resort in Darjeeling West Bengal keeps increasing.

There are many things for tourists to do here. Taking a toy train ride is a must. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Any visit to this Darjeeling is incomplete without experiencing this toy train ride.