Siliguri to rongtong distance

• Delhi-Leh: Country’s highest altitude bus service is back on the road • Kerala Tourism to launch app for solo women travellers • UK announces entry fee for travellers The toy train chugs on the tracks from Siliguri Junction to Rongtong hill station on a regular basis, and comes equipped with vistadome dining facilities and heritage steam engine. On this journey, tourists are able to witness the breathtaking views of hills as well as of the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary. As per the reports, the railway authority is also geared up to open a DHR heritage photo gallery at Sukna station; tourists can also enjoy complimentary cups of Darjeeling tea at Rongtong station. It will be a 3-hour journey and tourists can enjoy their journey back to Siliguri junction again after reaching Rongtong station. Referring to this, Sanjay Chilwarwar, ADRM, Katihar division of Northeast Frontier Railway stated that they have already started regular journeys, whereas the tea toy train safari comes equipped with all the necessary amenities to facilitate the journey of their guests. He added that since tourism is the only industry in this region, they have decided to operate maximum toy trains on the said route to attract more and more tourists in the region, and promote the tourism industry. He added that they are getting a good response as of now, and this service has all the potential to become a major tourist attraction in the coming days. • 1 Indian Railways starts jungle tea toy train safari ...

• • • NF Railway introduces toy-train service from Siliguri to Rongtong GANGTOK,: Northeast Frontier Railway has recently introduced ‘Steam Jungle Tea Safari’, a toy train service between Siliguri junction and Rongtong station of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. This steam-hauled toy-train service was started to fulfil the demands of tourists and to also promote the local tourism sector, the NFR said. The Steam Jungle Tea Safari has been planned to run on regular basis depending on demand. It is provided with the facilities of Vistadome coach and hauled by heritage steam engine. The toy train travels through scenic beauty of the tea gardens apart from breath-taking views of lower Himalayan hills. Tourists can enjoy the on-train services while making celebrations by riding through the unique Steam Jungle Tea Safari. There are provisions of 14 passengers in the Vistadome coach. However, additional coach can also be attached depending on demands, the NFR added. The train (No. 52556) provides up-down evening services leaving from Siliguri junction at 2:45 pm to reach Rongtong at 4: 20 pm. In return journey, the train departs from Rongtong at 4:40 pm to reach Siliguri junction at 6:05 pm. The train has stoppage at Sukna station during both way journey. Interested tourists can also make a visit to the museum at Sukna station. During this three-hour journey, tourists can enjoy the flavour of the world famous Darjeeling tea. Since the introduction of this toy train, NFR has been gett...

• Andhra Pradesh • Arunachal Pradesh • Assam • Bihar • Chhattisgarh • Goa • Gujarat • Haryana • Himachal Pradesh • Jharkhand • Karnataka • Kerala • Madhya Pradesh • Maharashtra • Manipur • Meghalaya • Mizoram • Nagaland • Odisha • Punjab • Rajasthan • Sikkim • Tamil Nadu • Telangana • Tripura • Uttar Pradesh • Uttarakhand • West Bengal • Andaman & Nicobar • Chandigarh • Delhi • Jammu & Kashmir • Ladakh • Lakshadweep • Puducherry Situated in the district of Darjeeling in West Bengal, Rongtong, which loosely translates to ‘colours and beyond’, is a hamlet that truly lives up to its name. With tiny village homes on lush rolling hills, blanketed by clouds and shrouded in mist, Rongtong is something straight out of an English classic. Parts of Rongtong fall within the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, under the Darjeeling Wildlife Division. With over 300 species of birds (and around 40 species of mammals), the sanctuary is an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA). The moist montane ecosystem at the lower altitudes gives way to dense mixed-wet forests at the higher elevations, which help a large variety of wildlife to thrive. The area is also dotted with hundreds of verdant tea gardens, interspersed with numerous streams. Rongtong promises immense potential for observing wildlife, attracting researchers and nature lovers all around the year. New Jalpaiguri (NJP) (22km; about an hour away) is the nearest broad-gauge railway station and has excellent connectivity. The Darjeeling ...

Rongtong – An enchanting exhibit of nature Rongtong is a serene getaway destination for people residing in and around Siliguri. Often visited by the people living in proximity to the area, it has even drawn countless visitors aiming to travel to Darjeeling and adjoining hill stations. Detached from the overcrowded city, the place retains sheer peace and a soul-soothing aura. Contrary to its unusual name, you will get mesmerized by its exotic natural charm. The entire place is outfitted with thriving greenery, breathtaking landscapes, and a peacefully enchanting aura. Enroute to the bordering hill stations like Kurseong, Darjeeling, the entire area snuggles in the base of the Himalayas. While passing through this region, you will find it hard not to fall in love with the spectacular views and the quiet environment. Location & How to get there? Rongtong is located 17km away from Siliguri. Enticing in every way, you can reach Rongtong by a short ride through Darjeeling Mode towards Sukna region. Furthermore, the infamous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway – Toy Train, runs via Rontong to Sukna and further to Kurseong and Darjeeling. You can seize this once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience by engaging in the much-coveted “Toy Train Joy Ride” Why go there? Things to do Call it a perfect weekend retreat or, the harbor of peace and natural splendor, Rongtong retains its exotic appeal throughout all seasons. It is also a thriving hub for some of the exotic bird species and evergreen flo...

• A destination place dedicated in the name of the Lord Shiva. This is a place which has got a perfect blend of being very well-connected to the nature’s lap but not exactly in between the woods. A temple on the banks of the river is believed to be built by Lord Shiva is also situated at this place. Shivkhola picturesque tourist destination in the heaven for those who love to stay close to nature and away from the concrete jungle. There is a small stream adding more beauty to this beautiful hilly village. An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is located on the bank of the river. The Shivkhola village is situated in a lush green valley at a distance of 1 km from the temple. HOW TO REACH SHIVKHOLA ADVENTURE CAMP Shivakhola is somewhat 27KM from Siliguri surrounded by Tea Gardens. It will hardly takes 2.5 – 3 hours driving distance to reach Shivakhola from Siliguri. While you are heading towards this beautiful village, you may come across some city traffic but once you cross that you actually enter into the gorgeous forest in Sukna. Sukna is located at just 15 minutes driving distance from Siliguri, from that spot you need to take a turn towards the right, this route would head towards Sukna Railway Station (Toy Train). After crossing the Sukna Railway Station now you are in Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary . This road will take you to Rongtong, i.e. about 18 km from Siliguri. The road between Sukna to Rongtong is one the most picturesque roads in the country. It’s a great tr...