Valuable Information and Tips for Darjeeling Travel

Oct 24
10:44

2012

Amrita Singh

Amrita Singh

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Plan a Darjeeling vacation this winter and explore mesmeric Himalayan panorama and soothing serenity. You would surely return with your memorabilia full of enchanting memories. Read this article for valuable information & tips for Darjeeling tour.

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Think of Darjeeling and the visions of vibrant tea plantations,Valuable Information and Tips for Darjeeling Travel Articles serene lakes & waterfalls and majestic Himalayan peaks conjure up. A land of breathtaking natural beauty, salubrious climate and heavenly hill-side retreats, this beautiful hill town draws hordes of visitors from far and wide. Once you’re there, you can easily comprehend the custom behind its pet name the “Queen of Hill Station”. Darjeeling has unique topography, exquisite weather and a matchless set of cultures & customs, all under the blanket of a brilliant azure sky.

Darjeeling tourism has a lot in store for nature-lovers and honeymoon couples, and hence Darjeeling tour packages are most often availed by these categories of travelers only. However, tourists of adventurous nature like trekkers and wildlife photographers can also find Darjeeling as a dream comes true. Darjeeling is year-round travel destination, but the experience that this lovely hill town bestows in winter remains etched in one’s memory, forever.

If you’re coming to this marvelous hill resort this winter, here are some valuable information & tips which can come in handy when planning Darjeeling tour.

Most of tourist attractions in Darjeeling are gifted by Mother Nature. Panoramic views of snow-laden peaks, lovely tranquil lakes & vast expanses of tea plantations are real treats for eyes & senses. If you’re there for sightseeing, some ust-visit sites include the Tiger Hill, Maitreya Buddha monastery & other Buddhist monasteries, The Observatory Hill, Lloyd Botanical Gardens, Senchal Lake, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Darjeeling Toy train.

Darjeeling features cool mountainous climate year-round. In winter, the temperature ranges between 10 degree and -2 degree Celsius.  It’s therefore advised to carry warm woolen cloths. Days are sunny, but nights remain quite chilly. At December-end and first week of January, you can see some snowfall here. Monsoon witnesses intense torrential rain causing roadblocks, and is advised to be avoided for Darjeeling tour.

For accommodation, there is a wide range of hotels to choose from. Top luxury hotels & resorts offer excellent stay in between nature & lavishness. They charge high rates, especially in peak tourist season, but are worth spending time and money. For budget-travelers, there are plentiful mid-range and economical hotels offering comfy accommodation at reasonable rates.

Shopping & dining is a great experience here. The Mall Road is scattered with several shopping arcades and street-side vendors, selling everything from antiques to all contemporary goods. Darjeeling markets are famous for handicrafts and local artifacts. Don’t forget to buy some Darjeeling tea to take it home. Restaurants are hygienic and offer a wide range of cuisines, both continental and western dishes.

Getting into Darjeeling is quite, as the city is connected to the rest of India by air, rail and road routes. The nearest airport is Bagdogra (about 90 km), that has regular flight services from Delhi, Kolkata and Guwahati. Siliguri (80 km) and New Jalpaiguri (88 km) are two closest railway heads, which are connected to all major railway station in India.