Darjeeling

Darjeeling, the former summer capital of India under the British Raj, has evolved into one of India's most sought-after hill stations. This picturesque hill destinationin West Bengal is ideal for a romantic honeymoon. Darjeeling, nestled among acres of tea estates, is 2,050 metres above sea level and thus has a cool climate all year. The The third highest peak in the world and the highest in India, the Kanchenjunga peak, is visible from here, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the peak. Some of Darjeeling's most popular attractions include monasteries, botanical gardens, a zoo, and the Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley • Nepal and Bhutan citizens do not necessarily need a passport but will require a government-issued ID proof like a voter ID card along with a few copies of their photographs while traveling by road or flight. Also, minors must carry a photo ID card issued by their school or college head. • A passport can serve as valid identity proof. Alternatively, a voter card or driving license is also accepted for Indian nationals. • Identity proof is not required while traveling around Darjeeling or its twin towns unless you are planning to explore protected eco-sensitive areas like Singhalila National Park, Senchel Wildlife Sanctuary, and Jorepokhari Salamander Sanctuary that require a special permit. • Singalila National Park requires a special permit from Manebhanjan, which will cost approximately 120 INR (subject to change). • Foreign national are required to show a val...

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Spread in ribbons over a steep mountain ridge, surrounded by emerald-green tea plantations, and towered over by the majestic Khangchendzonga (8598 m), Darjeeling is among the best hill stations in India. But the list of the most amazing things to do in Darjeeling goes beyond these attractions. The beautiful tea gardens on the slopes of rolling hills, the orchids, pines & rhododendrons, the cute Himalayan toy train negotiating its way through the mountains combined with great sightseeing tours, food, shopping and other exciting activities, there’s so much that this stunning town has to offer. 20 Best Things To Do In Darjeeling Confused about what to do in Darjeeling? Here is the list of things to do in Darjeeling that will make you plan your holiday right away. Keep scrolling down and read along! • Teesta –Go River Rafting • Sandakphu –Trek The Peak • The Toy Train –Take A Joy Ride • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute –Learn Mountaineering • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park –Explore Wildlife • Tiger Hill –Watch The Sunrise • Dooars –Explore The Tea Gardens • Kalimpong –Visit The Monastery • Peace Pagoda –Calm Your Mind • Batasia Loop –Explore The War Memorial • Thukpa And Momos –Relish Some Local Food • Keventers Restaurant –Enjoy Breakfast • Churpi –Grab A Candy • Chowrasta –Stroll On The Mall Road • Bhutia Market –Buy Some Woolens • Tattoos –Get Inked • Revolver Hotel –B&B With Music • Singalila Jungle Lodge –Lodge Amidst A Forest • Darjeeling Blossoms Eco-Tourism ...

Darjeeling, nestled among rolling mountains, is a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Popular places to visit include Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and the War Memorial, and the Himalayan Zoological Park and Snow Leopard Breeding Center. What should you bring home? Tea, tea, and more tea—and beautiful local handicrafts.

Tea is among the most popular drinks in the world ( This fragrant beverage — made by steeping fresh or dried Camellia sinensis leaves in hot water — sits right alongside coffee as one of the most prized beverages of the past few hundred years. There are thousands of different flavors, blends, and ways to enjoy tea. Darjeeling tea is often called the “Champagne” of tea, as it boasts top-quality flavor, aroma, and quality. You might be wondering whether it’s also good for your health. This article provides an overview of Darjeeling tea, its benefits, and its downsides. Darjeeling tea has an intricate and complex flavor profile. This is confirmed by research, which shows that the tea is loaded with aromatic compounds with a strong and pleasant aroma ( The color of the tea is usually a golden shade of yellow, amber, orange, or brown. People often describe the tea’s flavor as less bitter than other teas. Tea lovers find it sweet, fruity, and earthy. The tea typically deepens in color and flavor as the crop ages. The flavor may also vary depending on the specific crop and the season during which it was harvested. What really sets Darjeeling tea apart from other tea varieties is where and how it’s grown. Though it likely originated in China like most other varieties of tea, tea growers in India adopted it during the 19th century and cultivated into what it is today. Today, all Darjeeling tea is grown in the Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts of West Bengal, India, and only tea ce...

So fancying a trip to Darjeeling? You must be lured by the dazzling snow peaks of Kanchenjunga overlooking the hill town? And the beautiful tea gardens on the slopes of rolling hills, the orchids, pines & rhododendrons, the cute Himalayan toy train whistling its way through the mountains? And you want to combine all that with great sightseeing tours, food, shopping and other exciting activities. Right? It takes about 3 hours to reach Darjeeling from both these locations by car. Private taxis (available at NJP and Bagdogra), shared taxis (available at NJP) and bus (available at Siliguri bus stand which is 8kms from NJP) are the main public transports to get to Darjeeling from NJP station or Bagdogra airport. Although the area of Darjeeling hill town itself is small (about 10 square kilometers), Darjeeling is also a district and spans over a large area of about 2,100 square kilometers. The district has subdivisions like Kurseong, Siliguri etc as well as the hill resort town of Mirik. So there are many lovely places to visit within Darjeeling hills itself. Within Darjeeling town area, you can walk to visit several tourist attractions. Plenty of taxis (which are private commercial vehicles of various types - small & large) are available at the stands. They offer both local sightseeing tours as well as point-to-point transfers. You can also get shared taxis (mainly Jeep type vehicles) at the stands, but they are mostly available for transfers between two points... you can of co...

Darjeeling, nestled among rolling mountains, is a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Popular places to visit include Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and the War Memorial, and the Himalayan Zoological Park and Snow Leopard Breeding Center. What should you bring home? Tea, tea, and more tea—and beautiful local handicrafts.

• Azərbaycanca • বাংলা • Brezhoneg • Català • Čeština • Deutsch • Español • فارسی • Français • 한국어 • Հայերեն • हिन्दी • Bahasa Indonesia • Italiano • ಕನ್ನಡ • Magyar • Македонски • Nederlands • नेपाली • 日本語 • ភាសាខ្មែរ • Polski • Русский • संस्कृतम् • Suomi • Svenska • தமிழ் • తెలుగు • ไทย • Українська • 粵語 • 中文 Type of black tea from India Darjeeling tea Type Black (green, white and oolong also produced) Origin India Quick description Floral, fruit aroma, Temperature 90°C (194°F) to 95°C (203°F) Time 3 to 4minutes Darjeeling tea is a Darjeeling tea has been a registered The tea leaves are harvested by plucking the plant's top two leaves and the bud, from March to November, a time span that is divided into four flushes. The first flush consists of the first few leaves grown after the plant's winter dormancy and produce a light floral tea with a slight Tea plants were first planted in the Darjeeling region in the mid-1800s. At the time, the British were seeking an alternative supply of tea apart from China and attempted growing the plant in several candidate areas in India. Both the newly discovered assamica variety and the sinensis variety were planted but the sloped drainage, cool winters and cloud cover favoured var. sinensis. The British established numerous tea plantations, with the majority of workers being History [ ] Further information: sinensis) was planted in sinensis and assamica). sinensis variety was flourishing, as it was found assamica preferred warmer and we...

Darjeeling, the former summer capital of India under the British Raj, has evolved into one of India's most sought-after hill stations. This picturesque hill destinationin West Bengal is ideal for a romantic honeymoon. Darjeeling, nestled among acres of tea estates, is 2,050 metres above sea level and thus has a cool climate all year. The The third highest peak in the world and the highest in India, the Kanchenjunga peak, is visible from here, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the peak. Some of Darjeeling's most popular attractions include monasteries, botanical gardens, a zoo, and the Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley • Nepal and Bhutan citizens do not necessarily need a passport but will require a government-issued ID proof like a voter ID card along with a few copies of their photographs while traveling by road or flight. Also, minors must carry a photo ID card issued by their school or college head. • A passport can serve as valid identity proof. Alternatively, a voter card or driving license is also accepted for Indian nationals. • Identity proof is not required while traveling around Darjeeling or its twin towns unless you are planning to explore protected eco-sensitive areas like Singhalila National Park, Senchel Wildlife Sanctuary, and Jorepokhari Salamander Sanctuary that require a special permit. • Singalila National Park requires a special permit from Manebhanjan, which will cost approximately 120 INR (subject to change). • Foreign national are required to show a val...