Darjeeling
Tea gardens, toy trains and the first light on Kanchenjunga.
About Darjeeling
Placeholder copy. Darjeeling sits in the West Bengal hills at around 2,000 metres, known for its tea estates, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and clear-morning views of Kanchenjunga. Replace this with your own description before launch.
Best time to visit
- March – May — Clear skies before the monsoon.
- October – December — Crisp air and the best mountain views.
Getting there
Airports
- Bagdogra (IXB) — about 70 km
Railways
- New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — about 60 km
- Darjeeling (toy train)
Buses & jeeps
- Siliguri — shared jeeps and buses run through the day
Things to do
Tiger Hill at sunrise
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A working tea estate
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The toy train
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