Darjeeling Travel Guide: Iconic Places You Can't Miss

Darjeeling is a picturesque hill destination which is located in West Bengal and is the best location for a romantic honeymoon. Darjeeling, present among acres of tea estates, is 2,050 meters above sea level and thus has a cool climate all year long. 

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway established back in 1881 is conferred the title of World Heritage Status by UNESCO. The train begins its journey from the plains and rises to over 2000 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking views of the mountains as it chugs along. Darjeeling is also famous for its tea plantations with over 86 tea estates responsible for producing the worldwide famous 'Darjeeling Tea'.

Suggested West Bengal Tourist Places

The third highest peak in the world and the highest in India, the Kanchenjunga peak, is visible from here, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the peak. Some of Darjeeling's most popular attractions include monasteries, botanical gardens, a zoo, and the Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway cable car, which is the longest Asian cable car. Tiger Hill is a fantastic spot to see the sunrise over the mountains in all its fiery glory.
 

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