On the eastern neck of India, the beautiful state, West Bengal lies. The state is renowned for its architecture, tradition, art, and culture. Legendary figures have born here who gave a new thinking process to India. The intellectual philosophy of the state has been affluent since the arrival of the British in India. Even there is a famous proverb related to Bengal.
“What Bengal thinks today, India thinks tomorrow.”
The state is not only renowned for its art and literature but it has also been a centre of attraction to tourists. The hill stations situated in the state are one of the best tourist spots in India. People come here in a large number during the holiday season. What attracts tourists the most is, the excellent views of the world’s highest mountain Mount Everest, charming hill stations, famous Darjeeling tea, and serene tranquil rivers.
There are thousands of places in West Bengal that must have a glimpse of everyone, though hill stations are the most favourable place to make your holiday unforgettable. The view of hills is not only charismatic but the blanketed green forest, rich in flora and fauna will excite you make your trip memorable.
Here, we have enlisted 5 best hill stations of West Bengal that you must not miss in 2021. Plan a holiday table in the land of the Renaissance.
Darjeeling
The Queen of Hills, Darjeeling has the greatest views of the Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain of India. It is situated in the northernmost part of West Bengal. The beautiful hills of Darjeeling have the most stunning views of the highest mountains of the world. The enchanting landscape has been an ideal film shooting site of Indian Cinema.
The ancient running steam train is popularly loved by travellers. The narrow-gauge train (toy train) is very classy and inviting to tourists. Even, Darjeeling Himalayan railway is announced a world heritage site by UNESCO. The city is a popular tourist destination as it has mesmerizing views of the Great Himalayan range. The breath-taking views of the Kanchenjunga Mountain will amaze you for an instance and there is a wild ecstasy in exploring its deep forest and high snowy peaks of other hills. The tranquil air of snow-covered mountains soothes the hearts of the people who open their hands to absorb its beauty. Tiger Hill of Darjeeling has the most splendid view of sunrise. It is an excellent place to utilize your summer vacation.
Darjeeling tourism provides the best services to its tourists. Have the unique taste of the world-famous Darjeeling tea. “First Flush Black Darjeeling” is the most favoured tea-flavour of the city. Add some of the best hand crafty goods of Tibetan-Nepali touch to your shopping bag. To go to Darjeeling by train, you must reach the New Jalpaiguri railway station; from there it is 76 km away (3hrs by cab). The city is well connected with the capital Kolkata and famous railway junction Asansol.
Sandakphu
The pristine views of Kanchenjunga Mountain of the Himalayan range are not left untouched from the highest summit of Sandakphu. It is the highest mountain peak of 3635 m high of Singalila Ridge located in West Bengal. The peak of Bengal is famous for mountain trekking to the eastern Himalayas. The journey to the Sandakphu summit along with Singalila Ridge covers beauteous sights of the highest mountains of the world. The journey of the mountain slope covers rare vegetation and wildlife of the Himalayan range.
From the peak of Sandakphu along with Phaltu, you’ll find the panorama view of Mount Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, Chomo Lonzo, Talung, and other higher peaks of the world. On the top of the mountain, a small village and few hotels are also situated. People visit here mostly in April and May as it is the best season to explore the mountains. The trek of the mountain range is relatively easy and enjoyable professed by the young and old trekkers, and they call it “The Paradise of Trekkers”. It has the most stunning views from the top, where you can witness not only the highest peaks of the world but neighbouring countries of Nepal and China are visible from here. The summit invites many national and international guests innumerous times since its first climbing in 1989. The unmatched experience of mountain climbing has the gift of rare Red panda in the Singalila National Park, Darjeeling.
Mirik
Mirik is an ideal picturesque tourist spot in the district of Darjeeling of West Bengal. The name Mirik carries the meaning “a place burnt by fire”. It is a popular tourist destination for the people of India and other countries. Sumendu Lake of Mirik is the attraction point of the tourists. The lake is beautifully surrounded by pine trees and a garden on each side. Indreni Pull also called Rainbow Bridge link the banks of the lake from both sides. The lake is surrounded by a long pedestrian road to have the marvellous horizontal views of Kanchenjunga Mountain Range.
Mirik is not a single glimpse spot, rather Buddhist monasteries, tea-gardens, orchards, flower gardens decorate the scenery of the place. People especially visit the place to see sunset and sunrise views. Primarily, Mirik is known for its high tea gardens and holy Buddhist monasteries, and Pagodas. There are many places near Mirik like Tingling View Point, Rang Bhang River, Mirik Monastery, Mirik Orange village, Helipad & Swiss Cottage that everyone must visit before leaving the place.
The weather of the place is pleasurably pleasing and during winter season the temperature goes to minus. For the summer season, do not forget to take light woollen clothes for the evening.
Kalimpong
Kalimpong situated in the east of Darjeeling is a prominent hill station famous for its exciting history and natural beauty. The place is situated at an altitude of 12, 00 meters. Locals say that the place way under the reign of the Bhutanese king, hence it carries many traces of it formed as traditional monasteries and statue of Lord Buddha.
Kalimpong is about exciting water rafting on the Teesta and Rangeet (Tribeni) river. Tourists especially come to Kalimpong for water rafting. Driving on the water among the sharp and big rocks, swiftly defeating the striking water waves and passing away from the steep mountains with the flashing water bath is breath-taking. Thus, the trip is the most exciting for the youngsters. Steeping down from the fury of rivers, you’ll find beautiful orchards and green tea-plantation fields.
Kalimpong is the neighbour hill of the Darjeeling Hill, the home of Shivalik Hills. It is the mountain division number 27 of the Indian Army. There are many visiting places in the place that has special significance on its history and economy. Army Golf Club, Neora National park, Galinga, Dharmodaya Vihar, Deolo Hill, Lord Buddha Statue, Jhalong, Pedong, Rishop, and many other different places are there to see. Neora National Park is famous for its tigers and other wildlife conservation of flora and fauna.
Kurseong
“The place of White Orchids” is the pseudonym of Kurseong. It is a beautiful hill station in the state of West Bengal. It a favourable tourist spot well-known for its tranquil climate and natural beauty. Hill cart roads that pass through the mountains attract holidaymakers. Wherever you’ll see, your eyes will fall upon steep slopes of tea-gardens, white orchard gardens, and dense forests full of pine and fir trees.
While wandering in the landscape of the place, you’ll hear the sweet whistle of old steam trains. The mini trains running on the narrow mountain roads give filmy views of the mountain. Temple, church museum, historic schools are other attraction stops of the hill station.
Apart from that, many other hills stations like Rimbik, Siliguri, Dooars, Takdah are situated in West Bengal. In the district regions of Bengal, there are many other hill stations near Asansol, The city of Brotherhood. Come with family and friends to the land of ‘Rabindra Guru’ and merge with the tranquil atmosphere of ‘Banga Bhumi’.
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