Snowy Himalayas comprise the hill tracts of northern West Bengal, Sikkim and the broad green fields and virgin forests of the Dooars Valley. Darjeeling is a fascinating place where you can see Buddhist monasteries, visit a tea plantation, go for a ride on the chairlift, spend days hunting for bargains in colorful markets and handicraft shops, or go trekking to high-altitude spots for closer views of Kanchenjunga.

Mahakal Baba Ko Sthan (Observatory hill)
Apart from the magnificient view it commands, great religious importance is attached to the Observatory Hill by both Hindus and Buddhists.

Tiger Hill
Situated at an altitude of 2590 metres (8482 ft.) and 13 kms from the town, this spot has earned international fame for the magnificient view of the sunrise over" and the great Eastern Himalayan Mountains. Even Mount Everest, the worlds highest peak, is visible from here.

Mall Road
The Mall road originates and culminates at the Chowrasta which is the hub of Darjeeling town. One can take a leisurely walk around a perfect setting.

The Shrubbery
This beautiful garden is situated on the Jawahar Parbat behind Raj Bhawan. One gets a magnificient view of Kanchenjunga and Singla Valley from here.

Batasia Loop & War Memorial
About 5 kms from Darjeeling, this Railway Loop is a marvellous feat of engineering. The War Memorial is constructed in the memory of the brave sons of Darjeeling who died inaction since 1947.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Adjacent to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, it is a high altitude wild life park and a home for Siberian tigers, Himalayan Black bear and the Red Panda. The Snow Leopard breeding centre is a major attraction.

Yiga - Choling Buddhist Monastery Ghoom
This Monastery situated about 8 kms from the town, at Ghoom enshrines an image of the Maitreyee Buddha (the coming Buddha). This monaster was constructed in 1875 and belongs to the Yellow sect.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Situated on Jawarhar Parbat about 2 km. From Chowrasta, this unique institution trains mountaineers. The institute was founded in 1954 after the historic conquest of Everest in 1953. The Everest Museum is one of the main attractions here.

Drukpa Kargyud Monastery
Popularly known as Dali Monastery it is 5 km from the town. This monastery belongs to the Gelugpa Sect and the Drukchen Rimpoche resides here.

Darjeeling Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway
Situated at North Point about 3 km. from the town this is the first passenger ropeway in India. A ride on this cable car over the lush green tea gardens provides an unforgettable experience.

Peace Pagoda
The Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple, Charlimont started in 1972. In 1992 the Japanese Peace Pagoda was inaugurated. It commands an excellent view of the town and the Himalayan range.

Bhutia Busty Monastery
Originally built as branch of Phodong Monastery of Sikkim, it is situated at C. R. Das Road and is 15 mins. walk from the Mall. It belongs to Nygmpa (Red Sect).

Lalkothi
Lalkothi is the Secretariat of the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council. The Council House is located amidst beautiful surroundings and commands a fabulous view of the town and the mountains.

Dhirdham Temple
Situated below the Railway Station, it is built on the style of the famous "Pashupatinath" temple of Kathmandu (Nepal).

Lloyds Botanical Garden
A colourful garden situated just below the Market Motor stand contains a representative collection of Himalayan plants, flowers, orchids etc.

Darjeeling Toy Train
The fascinating narrow gauge TOY TRAIN still operates on the original steam engines and the loops and zigzags along the route are feats of engineering. (A joy ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom is advisable).

Air: The nearest airport for Darjeeling is 96 km away, at Bagdogra. Down on the plains. It is 12 km from Siliguri and has direct air connections with New Delhi, Kolkata and Guwahati.

Rail: The new Jalpaiguri/ Siliguri junction stations at the base of the Darjeeling hill areas have direct railway connections with Kolkata, Mumbai, Guwahati, Lucknow, Chennai and Delhi.

Road: Darjeeling is connected by roads with Kolkata and other major cities of India. Some important road Routes connecting Siliguri with major cities are Kolkata (651 km), Delhi (1,312 km), Guwahati (513 km).

From Siliguri to Darjeeling you can take either of the following :- Tourist coaches, government buses, tourist taxis or private taxis and the toy train, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.