Kalimpong Tourism - West-Bengal

Kalimpong is a quiet and picturesque hill station of West Bengal on the banks of the River Teesta. It is located at the foothills of the Himalayas at an altitude of 1250 m, adjacent to the state of Sikkim and very close to Darjeeling and Gangtok. The small town is inhabited by Nepali, Bhutanese, Bengali and Tibetan population which can be witnessed in its fusion culture and heritage. Surrounded by immense natural beauty, Kalimpong is dotted with tea and orchid gardens, monasteries and colonial cottages.

Sightseeing Highlights:

Kalimpong has three impressive Buddhist monasteries. Tharpa Choling Monastery built in 1937 belongs to the Gelupka Sect of Tibetan Buddhism, headed by the Dalai Lama. The monastery has a vast library of Buddhist manuscripts. Thongsha Gumpha built in early 17th century is a Bhutanese monastery, and perhaps the oldest in Kalimpong. Zong Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery 5 Km from the town centre preserves striking wall paintings besides offering glorious views of the town. Lepcha Museum is located in Bag Dhara and displays manuscripts and valuable artifacts of the Lepchas. Other places of interest include Dr. Graham's Home spread over 500 acres on the slopes of Dealo Hills. Established by Dr. John Anderson Graham, the educational institution is home to 1200 orphan boys and girls. There is a chapel inside the estate.