Anini
Anini is a remote, peaceful town in Dibang Valley, at about 1,900 m (6,200 ft). It sits on a plateau between the Dri and Mathun rivers, close to the India-China border. It is home to the Idu Mishmi people. Did…
Wari Chora
Wari Chora (also Eari Chora) is a quiet place in West Jaintia Hills, in the green hills of Meghalaya. What to enjoy Forests, hills and clear streams Waterfalls, a good spot for a picnic Walking and trekking paths, easy to…
Kalimpong
Kalimpong is at about 1,250 m (4,100 ft), with Himalayan peaks, forests and a cool, fresh climate. It is known for orchids, cactus and flowers, which are even exported. Monasteries and churches add to the peace, which makes it popular…
Mirik
Mirik is a charming hill station at about 1,495 m (4,905 ft). Its name comes from the Lepcha words Mir-Yok, “place burnt by fire”. It was a favourite of the British, like Darjeeling. Weather Pleasant all year. Summer is about…
Chawrasta Or Darjeeling Mall
Darjeeling Mall or Chawrasta
Japanese Temple
The Japanese Temple (Nipponzan Myohoji) is a white, two-storey Buddhist temple built in 1972 in traditional Japanese style. It is a 10-minute drive from Darjeeling town centre. Inside the temple Two golden lions guard the entrance A large prayer hall.…
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Happy Valley is a tea garden just outside Darjeeling town, about 2–3 km away. It is a 15-minute walk. David Wilson started it in 1854, and today the Ambootia Tea Group runs it. What to see and do Walk among…
Tenzing Rock
Tenzing Rock is one of Darjeeling’s best-known landmarks. It is named after Tenzing Norgay, who reached the top of Mount Everest in 1953 with Edmund Hillary. What to see Tenzing Rock itself The nearby Gombu Rock, named after Nawang Gombu,…
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI)
The HMI is about 2 km from Darjeeling town and is one of the best mountaineering institutes in the world. It was built in 1954 to honour Tenzing Norgay, who reached the top of Mount Everest with Edmund Hillary. What…
Batasia Loop
Batasia Loop is about 5 km from Darjeeling, near Ghoom railway station. It is a clever railway loop built by British engineers, and the toy train circles around it. What to see and do Watch the little train curve past…
