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About Observatory Hill
The oldest site in Darjeeling is the Observatory Hill, locally called as Makal-Babu-Ko-Thaan. The Hill has a fascinating story to it. According to legend, Lord Indra's scepter (Dorje), emblematic of his thunderbolt, is believed to have fallen at...Read more on Observatory Hill
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Toy Train
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 26Places to Visit in Darjeeling
- Type: Other
- Entry: Paid
The official name of the Darjeeling Toy Train is the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the few hill railways which are still operational in the country. Diesel trains run to and from New Jalpaiguri and steam engines run to and from Kurseong. During peak...
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Kali temple
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 26Places to Visit in Darjeeling
- Type: Temple
An ancient Kali temple dedicated to Goddess Kali is located on the banks of the river. The architectural marvel and being the only Kali temple in the vicinity attracts hundreds of locals and tourists each year. During Dussehra, the temple is decorated and the whole 9 days are celebrated with pomp...
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Tiger Hill
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 26Places to Visit in Darjeeling
- Type: Hill
Tiger Hill is the best point in Darjeeling for watching sunrise. Located at a height of 7,407 feet above sea level, the hilly trails through the mountains lead to the hill top. On a clear day, the entire Himalayan range can be seen. It is at a distance of 11 km from the main city of Darjeeling....
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Ghoom Monastery
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 26Places to Visit in Darjeeling
- Type: Monastery
Ghoom Monastery is also known as Yogachoeling Gompa. It is located in a place called Ghoom in Darjeeling, hence the name Ghoom Gompa. It was in the year 1875 that a Mongolian astrologer cum monk established the Ghoom Gompa.
At the entry of the monastery, there is a huge giant size image...
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HolidayIQ Award 2012
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 26Places to Visit in Darjeeling
- Type: Zoo
Located adjacent to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoo is a unique Zoo. It is situated at an altitude of 2133.5 meters against the glorious background of the majestic Kanchenjunga.
The zoo specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions, and...
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