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Tourism in Darjeeling
For a complete break from daily work and the city hassles, make an escape to the “Queen of Hills”- Darjeeling. Part of West Bengal, this hill station is an ultimate tourist destination in North. Having considerable Buddhist population, there are lot of old monasteries part of religious centers and attractions in north Bengal. The varied landscape, eternal weather, and the slopes with tea plantations make up most of tourism in Darjeeling. There is a variety in scenic attractions that tourists would come across here. It has a stronghold on the map of India for being a place having highest tea exports. Thus, tea tourism in Darjeeling calls for thousands during the plucking season when women in the fields are plucking the leaves. The aroma in the hills engulfs international visitors.
City of Darjeeling almost covers 3149 square kilometers and is an important shopping arcade. Darjeeling Mall has stretch of shops selling handicrafts to showpieces and clothes. Shopping facility has also influenced tourism in Darjeeling largely. You will find tourists bargaining over woolen garments, shawls, and fashion clothes. Cheap market in Darjeeling is also an important part of tourism in the place.
Sightseeing in Darjeeling
Delight and fun to your vacation is added with the sightseeing tours. Toy train ride remains one of the heritage tours of India still existing in the hills of Darjeeling.
Some spots make excellent visiting places in Darjeeling. Tiger Hill at an altitude of 2590 meters gives great views of the Kanchen junga Peak. Watch a lovely sunset from this point when the skies are clear.
Among the noted cultural attractions around Darjeeling, you have the Museum of Natural History with fine collection of animals, birds, and extinct reptile models. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute is another place featuring development and the adventure of rock climbing training in India. It is the oldest of its kind in the country. The successful expedition to Mount Everest by Tenzing Norgay inspired the establishment of this institute here.
You have the Darjeeling Zoo adjoining the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. The place is a delight to children who get to see wild animals, birds, and reptiles.
Tourism activities in Darjeeling
The hills give an added charm to the adventure lovers. Couples who love to trek up to the Ghoom Monastery or those trailing to Kurseong route. There is no dearth of adventure here when you have the heart to experience one. Rock climbing is a favorite activity with ropeway rides, boating in the lakes, and toy train journey making every visit to Darjeeling a worthwhile one.
Tourism in Darjeeling also includes the hotels and resorts that meet international standards and offer tourists a comfortable stay without any worries.
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