Darjeeling

Darjeeling is located in West Bengal and is one of the famous places when it comes to the mesmerizing beauty of nature. Darjeeling is among the fabulous hill stations of India and is known for the Darjeeling tea, famous all over the world. From here, one can find the mesmerizing views of Kanchanjunga and one can also have a ride in the Darjeeling mountain railway and this is listed in the UNESCO world heritage sites. This place is quite famous for the environmental lover and is well known in the international circles for the production of the black tea. There are different hybrids of this tea available in this part of the world. The neighbouring town is Kalimpong. The basic word for Darjeeling is from the Tibetan origin.

Hill station came into existence here during the time of the British rule and one can also find a war memorial. The tourists who come to this place love to see this war memorial. The Darjeeling railway came into existence in the year 1881. Darjeeling forms the part of the east Himalaya and one can find the alpine forests in this part of the world. One can find sal and oak and various types of orchids. In the Darjeeling zoo, one can find the snow leopard. About three lac visitors visit this zoo every year. The zoo is also a member of world association of zoos and aquariums.

One of the wonderfully designed monuments of this place is the church of St Andrew. The church was built in the year 1843 Ad. There is snowfall in Darjeeling during the winter season and it is a very good experience for the snow lovers. The majestic view of Batasia loop as one travels in the Darjeeling mountain railway is mind soothing. Darjeeling is a nice spot for honeymoon lovers.