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Darjeeling Information | Place to Visit in Darjeeling
<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1>Darjeeling Information | Place to Visit in Darjeeling</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-lXmbvvLd5BQPZYMgHDx1f1lFjjQL3zCC6-ztkjjTSOotnk0VkXQoeypt00cGlCh7YiMxmykDb_qY39iH-A03omgBumuzufgq0_KfgPqtKmHiKWlT_yknFQoBmEqUJkWTrkckVDyywfKT/s1600/darjeeling.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-lXmbvvLd5BQPZYMgHDx1f1lFjjQL3zCC6-ztkjjTSOotnk0VkXQoeypt00cGlCh7YiMxmykDb_qY39iH-A03omgBumuzufgq0_KfgPqtKmHiKWlT_yknFQoBmEqUJkWTrkckVDyywfKT/s320/darjeeling.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Darjeeling, a town in the Indian state of West Bengal, is internationally famous for its tea industry and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the headquarters of <b>Darjeeling district</b>, located in the Mahabharat Range or Lesser Himalaya at an average elevation of 6,710 ft (2,050 m).<br />
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Development of the town dates back to the mid-19th century, when the British set up a sanatorium and a military depot. Subsequently, extensive tea plantations were established in the region, and tea growers developed distinctive hybrids of black tea and created new fermenting techniques. The resultant distinctive <b>Darjeeling tea</b> is internationally recognised and ranks among the most popular of the black teas. The <b>Darjeeling Himalayan Railway</b> connects the town with the plains and has one of the few steam locomotives still in service in India. Darjeeling also has several British-style public schools, which attract students from throughout India and neighbouring countries. The town, with its neighbour Kalimpong, was a center for the demand of the Gorkhaland separatist movement in the 1980s. In recent years the town's fragile ecology has been threatened by a rising demand for environmental resources, stemming from growing tourist traffic and poorly-plannedurbanisation.<br />
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<h3>Reaching your destination:</h3>Siliguri, a bustling town about 80 kilometers from Darjeeling is the gateway to the Hills.<br />
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<h4>Air:</h4>The closest air port is at Bagdogra (about 88 kilometers from Darjeeling and a three and half hour drive) and is connected by air with all the Metros in the country.<br />
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<h4>Rail:</h4>New Jalpaiguri(NJP) is the nearest rail head and is also about 88 kilometers from Darjeeling. NJP is also connected with all the major cities of the country with most of trains heading for the north-eastern states making a stop at this junction.<br />
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Bus services can be availed from Siliguri to Darjeeling, Mirik and Kalimpong from Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, Siliguri. However, it is more convenient to travel in smaller vehicles which are available on seat sharing basis/hire, from near the Bus terminus, airport and railway station. The fare per passenger on a seat sharing basis from Siliguri to Darjeeling is less than Rs 100.<br />
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For regular visit to Darjeeling, vehicles can be arranged from NJP/Siliguri/Bagdogra and insist on coming up to Darjeeling through the National Highway 55(also called the Tenzing Norgay Road). There are numerous stalls dotting the highway for refreshment as well as have a break in Kurseong. The journey through NH-55 will take approximately 3-3.5 hours.<br />
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For planning a visit to Kalimpong from Darjeeling, regular jeep services on seat sharing basis are available. The bookings can be done from the Kalimpong Motor Syndicate situated at the Darjeeling Motor Stand(Super Market Complex). Taxi can also be hired to Kalimpong and have a stop at Teesta Bazar for white water rafting.<br />
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Fare per passenger on seat sharing taxis from Darjeeling to Kalimpong is about Rs 70/-(For reserved taxis the rates vary).<br />
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<h3>Place of interest:</h3><br />
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<h3>Tiger Hill:</h3><br />
Situated at an altitude of 2590 meters (8482 ft.) and 13 kilometers from the town, this spot has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise over the <b>"Kanchanjunga"</b> and the great eastern Himalayan Mountains. Even Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, is visible from here. The hesitant rays of the early morning sun paint these peaks in pale gold. You can know more about of Tiger Hill at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tourism-tour-darjeeling.html">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tourism-tour-darjeeling.html</a>. <br />
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<h3>Batasia Loop and the War Memorial:</h3><br />
The Batasia loop situated almost 5 km away from the town is a gigantic railway loop where the Toy Train makes a 360 Degree turn. It was basically built to make it possible for the Toy Train to cut the deep ascend. Strategically located the <b>Batasia Loop</b> offers a panoramic view of the Kanchanjunga Range.A War Memorial constructed in the memory of the brave sons of the soil who laid down their lives in the different wars since the independence of the nation adds to its attraction. There is also a well furbished market where visitors can buy locally made purses, bags and other decorative items. You can know more about of Batasia Loop and the War Memorial at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/batasia-loop-batasia-loop-and-war.html">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/batasia-loop-batasia-loop-and-war.html</a>. <br />
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<h3>Ava Art Gallery:</h3><br />
Situated about 4 km from the Market Square and on the National Highway, Ava. Art Gallery was established in 1965 by the Late. Bhopal Rao Sett and Ava Devi. It is the only Art Gallery of its kind in the Hills. A collection of 60 pieces of art work in water, oil and thread paintings are displayed in the Gallery. Visitors can travel on foot to get to the Gallery or simply hire a taxi. Entrance fees are not charged.You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>Chowrasta and Mall:</h3><br />
Chowrasta, a wide promenade atop a ridge lined with shops and restaurants is taken to be the heart of the town. Here people gather to chat, spend time basking in the sun or just to snatch a moment of peace. The Brabourne Park is attached to the Chowrasta and now features a musical fountain. This place is an open place and free from vehicular movements from where one can watch the scenic beauty of the mountain range and take charm of walking at the Darjeeling Mall. Chowrasta is the central place of the Mall Road. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<h3>Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park:</h3><br />
Situated 10 km from town, Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park has now developed into a very attractive picnic spot with natural water falls. The park offers boating facilities and is endowed with great scenic beauty. Ample eateries are available for visitors to indulge in local delicacies and one can even buy souvenirs. No fees are charged for taking photographs. Visitors are however, required to make arrangements for transportation. A two way travel arrangement is advisable. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/</a>. <br />
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<h3>Peace Pagoda:</h3><br />
The Japanese Peace Pagoda was established by Nipponzan Myohoji, a Japanese Buddhist order. Situated on the slopes of the Jalapahar Hill the pagoda can be reached by foot or on taxi. The pagoda is the highest free structure in the town. It also showcases the four avatars of the Buddha. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/</a>.<br />
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<h3>Botanical Garden:</h3><br />
It is the oldest Botanical Garden named as Lloyd Botanical Garden with varieties of flora and is famous for two living fossils. It is located just below the Eden Sanatorium(Saheed Durga Mall District Hospital) on an open slope covering an area of about 40 acres. Lloyd <b>Botanical Garden</b> is open seven days a week. There are no entrance fees. A camera, a small note book for a botany enthusiast and a couple of hours to spare, is a must. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/%20">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/</a>.<br />
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<h3>Nightingale Park/Srubbery Park:</h3><br />
It is about 2-5 kms from Darjeeling Railway Station and walkable from the Chowrasta. It is a beautiful park with a package of cultural programmes performed daily during the tourist season and its opening time is 4.00 p.m. and closing time is 8.00 p.m. The park has recently been extensively re-developed, and now comprises of a giant Statue of Lord Shiva, a temple, and provisions for live-interactive entertainment. The best time to visit the park is in the evenings. Entrance fee is charged and nominal charges for photography may also be required to be made by the visitor. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>Darjeeling-Rangit Valley Passenger Cable Car:</h3><br />
Darjeeling-Rangit Valley Passenger Cable Car is popularly known as the Ropeway. It is about 3 km north of the town and situated at what is known as the North Point. The Ropeway is India's oldest passenger ropeway and connects Darjeeling with Singla Bazaar at the bottom of the valley. The present ropeway has been extensively modernized and visitors can now safely travel over the clouds to witness the aerial view of the lush green tea gardens below. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.<br />
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<h3>Senchal Lake:</h3><br />
A scenic place near Tiger Hill. This place has popularly come up as a picnic spot among the tourists. The lake supplies drinking water to <b>Darjeeling Town</b>. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.<br />
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<h3>Observatory Hill & Mahakal Temple:</h3><br />
Also known to the locals as the "Holy Hill", it is just a few minutes walk from the Chowrasta and is situated on the highest ridge of the town. The Mahakal temple atop the hill is a revered place for the locals and visitors will be surprised to find a Hindu priest and a Buddhist monk sharing a common altar. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.<br />
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<h3>Dhirdham Temple:</h3><br />
Dhirdham temple is modelled on the lines of the famous <b>Pashupatinath temple of Kathmandu</b> and was built in 1939. It is a minute's walk from the Darjeeling Railway Station. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>Happy Valley Tea Garden:</h3><br />
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Happy Valley tea garden is located just a kilometer away from the main town and is situated along 18 Lebong Cart Road (very near to the District Magistrate's Office) and offers tourist a refreshing ambience far from the otherwise noisy town. One can soak in the ambience of the tea garden and take a walk through the carpeted garden. You can take a pony from the Chowrasta or merely walk down the hill to reach the factory. The garden is presently closed but the residents are running it through a cooperative. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html</a>.<br />
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<h3>Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park:</h3><br />
Established on the 14th of August, 1958, the zoo was dedicated to the memory of Padmaja Naidu, former Governor of West Bengal on the 21st November, 1975. Considered as one of the best zoos in the country, it is the only centre that breeds the tibetan wolf in captivity. Breeding programmes for the endangered red panda, snow leopard and the siberian tiger are also carried out at PNHZP. The zoo is open on all days except on Thursdays and other national holidays. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<h3>Himalayan Mountaineering Institute:</h3><br />
The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute was set up following the successful ascent of the Mount Everest-the highest peak in the world by the local hero Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir EdEdumund Hillary on 28 May 1953. The oldest mountaineering institute in the country carries out various mountaineering courses every year. Apart from Tenzing, legendary mountaineers like Nawang Gombu(the first man to climb Everest twice) and Lattoo Dorjee Sherpa have helped build the reputation of this pioneering institute. The institute is presently under the purview of the Minstry of Defence, Government of India and its museum is worth a visit. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a><br />
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<h3>Raj Bhawan:</h3><br />
Raj Bhawan is the summer residence of the Governor of West Bengal. The fantastically developed mansion with perfect manicured lawns, lush gardens, surrounding forests and British Bungalows overlooks the Darjeeling Lebong spur and commands a magnificent close-up view of the snow capped Kanchanjunga Range. Being a high security zone, visitors are no longer allowed to venture inside its precinct, a walk around it through the dense forest is however, most charming. Visitors can experience the entire Sikkim-Jorethang crest unhindered. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a> <br />
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<h3>Step Aside:</h3><br />
On the way down to Bhutia Busty, via the C.R. Das Road, and a few minutes walk from the Chowrasta is Step Aside, the house in which the great Indian patriot Deshbandhu Chittranjan Das passed away on June the 16th, 1925. On the first floor are preserved a few articles of his personal use. The ground floor is a maternity clinic named after him, for the poor of the town. No entrance fees of any kind are charged. However, visitors are not allowed into the inner sanctum of the house. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.<br />
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<h3>Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre:</h3><br />
"Our way may be hard and long one, but I believe that the truth and faith must ultimately prevail".- His Holiness the Dalai Lama. After His Holiness escaped from Tibet, thousands of Tibetan refugees came to reside in India. Darjeeling too became a home away from home for the Tibetans in exile. To rehabilitate the community a ten-member committee was formed in Darjeeling to organize a rehabilitation centre which was known as "Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre". The centre was established on October 1, 1959 and the residents of the centre are today known for their handicrafts. The centre makes excellent carpets, woolen goods, woodwork, etc, which are famous across the globe. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a> <br />
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<h3>Monasteries of Darjeeling:</h3><br />
Druk Thupten Sangag Choling Monastery(Dali Monastery)<br />
This monastery is situated at Dali, about 4 kms away from Darjeeling town. This is one of the most famous monasteries belonging to the Kargyupa sect. The pioneer of this monastery was Thuksay Rimpoche, who died in 1983 and his incarnate is reported to have been born in 1986 at Ladakh. This monastery is the headquarters of Drukchen Rimpoche XII, the supreme head of the Kargyupa lineage. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com.</a> <br />
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<h3>Ghoom Monastery:</h3><br />
Built in 1875 by Lama Sherab Gyatso, this ancient monastery is said to have been blessed by the renowned Tomo Geshe Rimpoche of Tibet. The specialty of this monastery is that it contains the statue of the 'Future Coming Buddha' known as Maitreye Buddha. The Monastery has also preserved some of the rare handwritten Buddhist manuscripts. You could visit the monastery on your return journey to Darjeeling from Tiger Hill. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>Tashi Dargyalingh Monastery or the Tamang Ghumba:</h3><br />
The Tamangs are a sub community of the Gorkha/Nepali and mostly belongs to the Nyingmapa sect. Established in 1926 this is one of the oldest monasteries of the community. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>The Mag-Dhog Yolmowa Buddhist Monastery(Aloobari Monastery):</h3><br />
Situated on the Old Military Road commonly known as the Aloobari road, the Mag-Dhog Yolmowa Buddhist Monastery was founded by its, Ven. Sangay Lama, the head priest who originally hailed from Nepal. The construction of the monastery, coincided with the beginning of the First World War in 1914. The monastery was therefore named Mag-Dhog or warding off the war and is dedicated to the cause of world peace. The statues of Lord Buddha depicting different forms and the statue of Padma Sambhave at this religious place are stunning. The painting on the wall are said to be done with the help of herbs and are an amazing work of art. Other interesting features of the monastery are the valuaable ancient scriptures lying inside the monastery. You can know more about of Darjeeling Tourism at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>. <br />
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<h3>Tourist offices:</h3><br />
<b>Deputy Director of Tourism,</b><br />
Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council,<br />
Silver Fir Building,<br />
Bhanu Sarani,<br />
Darjeeling - 734101<br />
Phone : 2254879/2255351<br />
Fax : 0354-2254214<br />
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<b>Reception Information Centre</b><br />
Darjeeling, Tel: 2255351<br />
Tourist Information Center,<br />
New Car Park,<br />
Ladenla Road, Darjeeling - 734101<br />
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<b>Tourist Bureau,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
1, Nehru Road,<br />
Darjeeling - 734101<br />
Phone : 2254050<br />
Fax : 0354-2254102 <br />
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<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
Darjeeling Rly. Station,<br />
Darjeeling – 734101<br />
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<h4>Permit Section:</h4><br />
Any Foreign National willing to visit Sikkim will need a permit from the Government and it can either be obtained from Darjeeling itself or from the concerned authorities in New Delhi or Calcutta (Kolkata).<br />
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<h4>Process involved in obtaining the same from Darjeeling:</h4><br />
First one has to get a form from the District Magistrate's (DM) Office, Kutchery, Darjeeling.<br />
Phone no. DM's office: 2254233<br />
Fax no. DM's office: 2254338<br />
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After obtaining the form, the next process involves visiting the Foreigner's Registration Office, Opposite State Bank of India, Ladenla Road, Darjeeling, to get a No Objection Certificate (NOC).<br />
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Phone No. of Foreigner's Registration Office : 2254203, 2254204<br />
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Lastly, a last visit to the DM's Office once again for the final permit to visit Sikkim which will be given by the District Magistrate.<br />
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<h3>Bagdogra & Siliguri:</h3><br />
<b>Tourist Center,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
M-4 Building (First Floor),<br />
Pradhan Nagar,<br />
Hill Cart Road,<br />
Siliguri.<br />
Phone : 2511974/2511979<br />
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<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
Bagdogra Airport,<br />
Bagdogra.<br />
Phone : 2551794<br />
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<b>Kolkota [Calcutta]</b><br />
<b>Tourist Bureau,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
3/2 B.B.D. Bagh (East),<br />
Calcutta - 1<br />
Phone : 222488271/222488272/222488273<br />
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<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
Howrah Railway Station,<br />
Phone : 22663518<br />
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<h4>Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council Counter,</h4><br />
<b>Govt. of West Bengal,</b><br />
Regional Tourist Office,<br />
4, Shakespeare Sarani,<br />
Calcutta - 700071<br />
Phone : 222825813/222821402<br />
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<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
Calcutta Airport,<br />
Dum Dum,<br />
Phone : 22372611 Ext. : 441 <br />
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<h4>New Delhi:</h4><br />
<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
A/2 Baba Kharag Singh Marg,<br />
State Emporium (1st Floor),<br />
New Delhi - 110001<br />
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<h4>Chennai (Madras):</h4><br />
<b>Tourist Information Center,</b><br />
Govt. of West Bengal,<br />
17/18 Wallagah Road,<br />
Madras - 60002<br />
Phone : 832346<br />
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<h2>Darjeeling Information, Place to Visit in Darjeeling, Darjeeling Tourism, Darjeeling Weather and much more</h2>2V7MBA2KR5ZZ</div>
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1>Darjeeling Tourism | Darjeeling Himalayan | Darjeeling Travel | Darjeeling tours</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguCSxxOhymdZaJQKRNVEiUi5s-u-2wqGSxWi6Won0xR-xWRNXoDDqrSVvKOdLyXwE68VHsjf0PTNcU3Y9jfyLHI2xu9ueLpac-v6SMcJexMP3Oyk6JeRnPz4_C6mwE_K-gS_QJkybh73sG/s1600/Sinchal_Lake%252C_Darjeeling+West+Bengal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguCSxxOhymdZaJQKRNVEiUi5s-u-2wqGSxWi6Won0xR-xWRNXoDDqrSVvKOdLyXwE68VHsjf0PTNcU3Y9jfyLHI2xu9ueLpac-v6SMcJexMP3Oyk6JeRnPz4_C6mwE_K-gS_QJkybh73sG/s320/Sinchal_Lake%252C_Darjeeling+West+Bengal.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The origin of the name “Darjeeling” is most likely from the Tibetan words ‘Dorje’ which means ‘thunderbolt’ and ‘Ling’ which means place or land. Quite literally, it is the ‘Land of the Thunderbolt’. Originally, this was the name given to a Buddhist monastery atop the Observatory Hill which over time became the name of the whole surrounding area. <br />
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Darjeeling with its natural beauty provides a wide variety of activities from liesurely scenic walks to more gruelling activities such as trekking and river rafting for the adventurous ones. Discover the many nuances of Darjeeling and get complete information on your travelling needs to Darjeeling and its resources online. Continue exploring the site or drop us a message if you have questions or feedback. <br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Fact about <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling Hill Station</a>:<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">District Location: </span></h4><br />
27 Deg. 13 Min. N to 26 Deg. 27 Min. N Latitude <br />
88 Deg. 53 Min. E to 87 Deg. 59 Min. E Longitude<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Area:</span></h4><br />
3,149 Square Km<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Altitude(Darjeeling Town):</span></h4><br />
6710 Feet <br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Temperature (Darjeeling Town):</span></h4><br />
Annual Mean Max. Temperature 14.9 Degree Celsius<br />
Annual Mean Min. Temperature 8.9 Degree Celsius <br />
Lowest Minimum Temperature -5 D. Celsius on 11/02/1905<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Rainfall (Darjeeling Town):</span></h4><br />
Average Annual Rainfall : 3092 MM <br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Best Season for Visit:</span></h4><br />
March to mid June & October to December.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Important Roads:</span></h4><br />
Siliguri-Mirik -Ghum -60 kms<br />
Sevak-Tista bridge –Kalimpong -60 kms<br />
Tista Bazar to Darjeeling -25 kms <br />
Sukna- Pankhabari-Kurseong -25 kms<br />
Siliguri Darjeeling NH 55 -76 kms <br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Important Rivers:</span></h4><br />
Tista, Great Rangit, Mechi, Balason, Mahananda, Lish, Gish, Chel,Ramman, Murti and Jaldhaka.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Clothing required:</span></h4><br />
Light woollens and tropicals in summer (umbrellas and raincoats are useful) and heavy woollens in winter<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Language spoken:</span></h4><br />
Hindi, Gorkha, Bengali, Nepali, Tibetan and English.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Nearest Railway Station:</span></h4><br />
Darjeeling(Meter Gauge) & New Jalpaiguri(Broad Gauge)<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Nearest Airport: </span></h4><br />
Bagdogra<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Length of International & State Borders:</span></h4><br />
Nepal Border (Partition River Mechi) - 62.75 mile or 101.02 km. <br />
Bhutan Border (Partition River De Chu) - 18.75 mile or 30.18 km.<br />
Bangladesh Border (Partition River Mahananda) - 12 mile or 19.32 km.<br />
Sikkim Border (Partition Rangit, Teesta, Rangpo, River) - 33.75 mile or 54.33 km.<br />
Bihar Border - 30 mile or 48.30 km.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Rainfall((Darjeeling Town):</span></h4><br />
Average Annual Rainfall : 3092 MM. <br />
Average Number of Rainy Days : 126 Days. <br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Rainfall(Siliguri Town):</span></h4><br />
Average Annual Rainfall : 3620 MM.<br />
Average Number of Rainy Days : 113 Days.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Density</span>:</h4><br />
413 Persons Per Square Km.<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Sex Ratio:</span></h4><br />
1:1<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Birth Rate:</span></h4><br />
2.69% Per Annuam<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Death Rate:</span></h4><br />
2.40% Per Annuam <br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Infant Mortality Rate:</span></h4><br />
67 Per 1000<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Literacy:</span></h4><br />
57.62%<br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Geological Layout of Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMFD8sQU1T4s5rzTYwNNsAe8qBRQ0ndaINayqUlwxPlrrukbe7mGtDXkTGQqblTppGR-0BJYwdLZyVrZvQD-xokNHtFpo9-YB4m03McFhZlbTmJoPQJPEy9k8BTukZbCTSWVtBpi2XLhM/s1600/Map_Darjeeling.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMFD8sQU1T4s5rzTYwNNsAe8qBRQ0ndaINayqUlwxPlrrukbe7mGtDXkTGQqblTppGR-0BJYwdLZyVrZvQD-xokNHtFpo9-YB4m03McFhZlbTmJoPQJPEy9k8BTukZbCTSWVtBpi2XLhM/s320/Map_Darjeeling.gif" width="280" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Darjeeling Hill area represents a unique geo- environmental perception. The area of study is primarily composed of erosional landforms produced by southerly flowing streams, which have exposed a full cross section of different tectonic units. The form units are, however approximately the same throughout the hill area, having more or less uniform lithology, structure, climate, soil and vegetative covers. According to Mallet (1875), Audent (1935) the tectonic units are found to be in the reverse order of stratigraphic superimposition, and is represented by Siwalik and Gondwana systems. Towards the inner Himalayas, the thrusted sheets of Daling and Darjeeling group of crystalline rocks succeed these. The contact between different groups of rocks is represented by thrusts, dipping at high angles towards north.</div><br />
A brief description of various formations of the <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling</a> Himalaya is given here under:<br />
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<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Raised Terraces:</span></h4><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">A recent to sub recent formation form a fringe along the hills, especially at the confluences of the rivers. These terraces are composed of gravels, pebbles and boulders mixed with sand and clay. The formation is semi-consolidated, stratified along with the evidences of upheaval at places. This type of high-level terraces is also called the Terai. A 40 m high terrace is found in the Tista valley at Kalijhora.</div><br />
<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Siwalik: </span></h4><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The Siwalik system in the Darjeeling hill areas is comprised of mudstones, sandstones, shale and conglomerates along with the bands of shale and lignite. In the Hill Cart Road and along the Tista River a few stretches of good exposers of Siwalik are found. The general strike of these rocks is NNE-SSW to NW-SE with dips varying between 30º to 60º.</div><br />
<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Damuda Series: </span></h4><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Just after Siwalik, coarse-grained hard sandstone, quartzites, carbonaceous shale and slates belong to Damuda series are found. The Damuda series of Darjeeling hill areas is equivalent to the Gondwanas of Indian peninsular region. The maximum width of the Damuda is about 2.5 km along the Tista valley. The maximum thickness is about 1000m. The general strike of the bed is from ENE to WSW, with a varying dip of 40º to 90º. In this belt coal seams of about 3 mt. are found near Tindharia region, Lish and Gish Rivers.</div><br />
<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Daling Series:</span></h4><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">This series is comprised of chlorite shales, phyllites and schist associated with quartzite, which rest over Damuda series. Well-developed form of Damuda series is found along the Tista River and the stretches along the Tindharia –Paglajhora on the Hill Cart Road. The rocks are occasionally traversed by quartz and feldspar veins. The most important feature of this series is increasing metamorphism upwards, where slates form the lowest bed.</div><br />
<h4><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Darjeeling Gneiss:</span></h4><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">In the higher reaches of the Darjeeling hill areas, the Dalings gradually grade into the more metamorphosed rocks, which is known as Darjeeling Gneiss. The dips of the rocks are irregular and vary in between 40º – 70º. Darjeeling gneisses are highly foliated due to metamorphism. There are two prominent sets of joints in the Darjeeling gneiss, one running roughly NW-SE and the other NNW-SSE. The general direction of the hill spurs is in accordance with the joint directions.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Climate of Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMi1DRCiugftkJfRfHYcspUtKDJjBYfj2syzSBMLIvlt3yrkwLI1C6-7aAX7Aqp_DcyYuAMRBzVlaI8IVs89hchFkGN1Sb5x0KRweoww3IxyuXZFblLsNCBaAaCQ5T54_Rf9pUBERUvI/s1600/darjeeling-view2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMi1DRCiugftkJfRfHYcspUtKDJjBYfj2syzSBMLIvlt3yrkwLI1C6-7aAX7Aqp_DcyYuAMRBzVlaI8IVs89hchFkGN1Sb5x0KRweoww3IxyuXZFblLsNCBaAaCQ5T54_Rf9pUBERUvI/s320/darjeeling-view2.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The amount of rainfall plays a very important role in causing instability of slopes. A very high intensity of rainfall within a short span of time is not uncommon in Darjeeling hill areas. It is found in the old records; that this natural phenomenon has occurred about 42 times during the period from 1891 to 1975 (Chatterjee 1982).</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The isohyets, maps prepared on the basis of average annual rainfall during last 25 years in 3 subdivisions in Darjeeling hill areas, shows that the value increases from west to east, a maximum concentration of landslides fall between 210cm and 410cm of Isohyets.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Besides seasonality, another climatic feature in the Darjeeling hills is created by orographic factor; causing the vertical zonation of temperature and decline of precipitation. Thus the mountain front is exposed to heavy rainfall, especially the middle parts of the southern hills. The mean annual temperature fluctuate from 24ºc in the plains and drops below 12ºc on the ridge. During summer month the temperature reaches 16ºc-17ºc on the ridge and during winter drops at 5ºc-6ºc.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">In respect of landslide hazards, the duration of rainfall is very important. Long duration along with heavy down pour may cause deeper infiltration and overland flow, which ultimately may result into the occurrence of landslides on weaker slopes. The records show some of the long continued down pours. Amongst them the most remembered ones are in 1787,1789, 1827 (493 mm in one day) and in June 1950 (965 mm). The last such rainfall recorded during 1968 (2nd and 5th Oct - about 1780 mm). Thereafter, 358 mm in Oct 1973, 382 mm in June 1983, 457 mm in September 1986 and 350mm in 1990 were recorded.</div><br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Forests in Darjeeling Hill Areas:</span></h3><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The principal economy of Darjeeling Hill Area depends on tea production, horticulture, agriculture and forestry. The major portions of the forests are today found at elevations of 2000 mts and above. The area located in between 1000-2000mts is cleared either for tea plantation or cultivation.</div><br />
The four major forest types according to altitudinal variation found in <b>Darjeeling Hill Areas</b> are:<br />
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Tropical moist deciduous forest (300-1000mts)<br />
Tropical evergreen lower montane forest (1000-2000mts.)<br />
Tropical evergreen upper montane forest (2000-3000mts.)<br />
Temperate forest (3000-3500mts.)<br />
Sub temperate forest (above 3500mts.)<br />
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About 30% of the forest covers found in the lower hills are deciduous. Evergreen forest constitutes only about 6% of the total forest coverage.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Shora robusta remains the most prominent species of Tropical moist deciduous forest along with heavy under growth. In the slopes on southern portion of the Tista and the Great Rangit valley and in the Goke forests, this type is found. These species cannot thrive in areas of lower precipitation.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Tropical lower montane evergreen forests are found on steep higher slopes, where drainage condition is good; Dhupi (Cryptomaria Japonica) is a known variety. The impact of man on this variety is very conspicuous.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Tropical upper montane evergreen forests are found in the areas where high humidity along with dense fogs and less sunlight is available. Undergrowth is dense and contains Nettles, Raspberries, Ferms and bamboos. On the steep ridges, Rhododendrons and bamboos are abundant.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Present Status of Forests:</span></h3><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Prior to 1863 very little attention was paid to the conservation and afforestation programmes. Darjeeling district had 11,000 hectare of Reserve Forest up to 1879. But, after independence due to rapid urbanization, the upper belt of the forest was taken for commercial use. Much of the natural forests in the Senchal, Ghum-Simana and Takdah ranges have been converted. Some patches of natural forests are still found in Reshop, Bara Senchal, Lopchu, Rongbong and Durbin Gram Panchayats. On the difficult terrains, still a few natural forest patches are found.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The analysis of the deforested areas indicates that landslides are most common in these tracts. Therefore, the areas with intense deforestation may be superimposed on the landslides affected area map in support of this hypothesis.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">From the map it appears that the followings are the intense deforested areas, which are again landslide-affected area.</div><br />
a) The forest area within the tea garden areas.<br />
b) The forest area along the principal thoroughfares including NH55.<br />
c) The forest area at the fringe of the urban centers / settlement.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">The hill areas of Darjeeling District is divided into 3 forest divisions, viz,– Darjeeling, Kurseong and Kalimpong. The growing pressure of population during the last two decades has left clear marks on the forest resources of the region. Marked decline in forest cover were observed in Takdah-Ghoom-Simana- area of Darjeeling Sadar, Sukhna, Pankhabari regions of Kurseong, and Chel, Jaldhaka catchments of Kalimpong division.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Land- Use Pattern in the Darjeeling Hill Areas:</span></h3><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The land use practices play the most important role in determining the stability factors in respect of landslide hazards. The land use map of Darjeeling Hill Areas explains that there are agricultural activities, tea and medicinal plant plantations, construction works along with forests, rivers, jhoras etc.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The main problem in respect of land use in the Darjeeling Hill Areas is related to high density of population. There is very limited scope for extension of agricultural land to cope up with increasing pressure of population. As a result pressure on forested and other restricted areas is gradually increasing.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Another problem related to land use and consequent landslide is that in Darjeeling Hill Areas, roads have never been examined with its carrying capacity respect with geology etc. Along with new road construction the vehicular movements have increased to a great extent with the rapid growth of trade and commerce. Heavy traffic movements along with heavy rainfall are responsible for most of the landslide occurrences especially on the roads. In recent years, it has been observed that there is a constant increase in the vehicular traffic, especially heavy vehicles like trucks and buses. The record reflects that at present, the number of registered vehicles in the hill subdivisions are more than 6500.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">According to the District Gazetteer of Darjeeling district (1980) the road lengths (in km) in the district are as follows;</div><br />
i National Highway------------ 100km<br />
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ii State Highway--------------- 80km<br />
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iii Major district road --------- 37km<br />
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iv Ordinary district road------ 516km<br />
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(the figure includes Siliguri subdivision)<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT_S2eEMzqeRUDGzmqu4dsHUcyQLFJpCtqIj8E1okvLevusdgsZ-a3mxYm1xhtgv560QIDQAd5cA4KApOEBawcZBWt5rzoCs_QAg1a34vovlzkP2r91B2-vqgtuUMUCRDR10DE1UzsIbI/s1600/Darjeeling+Hill+Areas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT_S2eEMzqeRUDGzmqu4dsHUcyQLFJpCtqIj8E1okvLevusdgsZ-a3mxYm1xhtgv560QIDQAd5cA4KApOEBawcZBWt5rzoCs_QAg1a34vovlzkP2r91B2-vqgtuUMUCRDR10DE1UzsIbI/s400/Darjeeling+Hill+Areas.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">During the last 50 years, the length or pattern of the roads in the hill subdivision did not change significantly, though there has been at least 5 to 7 times increase in the number of vehicles, especially goods vehicles like trucks etc. It has been observed that even during night times, the traffic movement on the roads continues. As a result, due to constant lateral vibrations, the weaker geological structure has become unstable. Beside the above-mentioned roads, there are many roads, which are maintained by the Forest Department. Mention should be made about some of them like: (1) the Cart Road from Sukhiapokhri to Maneybhanjan and Batasia, (2) Cart Road from Simkona to Lalkuthi in Darjeeling Forest Division (3) Sukna-Sevok Road in Kurseong Forest Division (4) the Rassium – Labha Cart Road, South Boundary Cart Road, Central Cart Road and Dalgaon Tar Cart Road in Kalimpong Forest Division.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Land Slide in Darjeeling Hill Areas:</span></h3><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The Blockwise landslide affected areas explain itself the comparative intensity of landslides in the blocks. It appears that the Kalimpong I, Kalimpong II and Rangli – Rangliot blocks are comparatively vulnerable or severly vulnerable regarding landslides. The rate of vulnerability is also high in Kurseong and some parts of Bijanbari and Gorubathan blocks. But as a whole the condition is critical in Kalimpong sub-division, where the land under agriculture exceeds that of the area under plantation or forests. Moreover, these areas are cultivated with root crops like potato, ginger, cardamom and onions. These root crops are harvested just after monsoon in the months of September – October. This particular practice changes the cohesiveness of the soil and makes it vulnerable to erosion.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The slope instability factors along the main thoroughfares due to heavy vehicular movements is another big problem that causes frequent land slides along the roads, especially during rainy season.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The problem of quarry operation and their effect on environment is also another threatening problem and was studied thoroughly by Prof. S.R Basu. The illegally operated quarries along the Lish and Gish basin and Tindharia region not only disturbs the slope stability but also overburdens the rivers and their tributaries with excessive amount of load that ultimately leads to massive siltation along the river beds and the adjoining plains. Thus they destroy the ecological equilibrium of the area. Other than coal mining, stone quarrying from the slope especially under the road is another way of human intervention that causes occasional slope failure. The recent landslide near Giddapahar may be attributed to the effect of stone quarrying under the main thoroughfare.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The Critical Area Zonation map has been prepared by examining the geology, soil, and climatic factors along with land use pattern. It appears from the map that the Grid no. E4 under Rangli-Rangliot block, G4 and H5 under Kalimpong II Block are the most landslide prone areas, where human intervention is maximum.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0dzdcBnwqlwA7eQkPIMXmvo-4tWbni8lFYzRsCBm5IvE-OBssfE27lQ0itXGqgnz_KIo95cMzKUWmeaQbjqCGjTOuer6n4S7jnkJfKDOATWz68MBC9GJsMgvfqUTSRlIHUjKd0KkMygk/s1600/Critical+Area+Zonation+of+Darjeeling.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0dzdcBnwqlwA7eQkPIMXmvo-4tWbni8lFYzRsCBm5IvE-OBssfE27lQ0itXGqgnz_KIo95cMzKUWmeaQbjqCGjTOuer6n4S7jnkJfKDOATWz68MBC9GJsMgvfqUTSRlIHUjKd0KkMygk/s400/Critical+Area+Zonation+of+Darjeeling.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
Possible causes of Landslide hazards in the <b>Darjeeling Hill Areas</b><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">1.The trends of evolution or rising of young mountains is the basic reasons for frequent landslide hazards in the Himalayan region. This includes unstable geological structure, tectonic disturbances, parallel subsidence of Himalayan fore deep of slopes.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">2. Soil erosion and its conservation play an important role in the hill areas. Because of the presence of very thin soil cover plays an important role in the socio economic development of the hills and its people. All India Soil and Land use Survey under the Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India had carried out studies in some specified watershed areas. Otherwise, no systematic soil mapping has been carried out in the region. As such, there is no database, of how much soil cover has been destroyed.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">3. The soils of Darjeeling hill areas have developed mainly Darjeeling gneiss, schists and Phyllites. Due to heavy deforestation and excessive cultivation of root crops like ginger, potatoes, onions, cardamoms etc. the extent of soil erosion has increased considerably in the recent times. It is a fact that the entire Darjeeling hill areas do not get any soil deposition. Deposition of soil is only found in the river valleys. Thus, the prevention of soil erosion and conservation of soil is very necessary in the hills.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">4. By examining the land use pattern and changing characteristics since the last 150 years, it may be commented that the forest cover is in a precarious condition due to the rapid increase in cultivated land (with the exception of tea gardens), expansion of settlements, construction of roads. The rapid depletion of forest cover is noticeable in the tea plantation area. In most of the tea gardens in the hills, any type of shade tree or trees along the fringe line of the garden for the protection of the soil is more or less insignificant.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">5. Rapid expansion of settlements and towns especially along the roads is one of the important causes of frequent landslide hazards in the hills. Multi storied buildings without proper planning along the roads and on the steeper slope increase the load on the already deteriorated slopes.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">6. In the rural and inaccessible high hills. Demand for fuel is another important factor, which may be treated as an important cause for slope failure. Unscientific mining of low energetic coal seams and illegal felling of trees to meet the demand of firewood is practically unavoidable in the hills.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">7. During the last 2 decades there has been an unprecedented growth of population in the hill areas, especially in the towns. The explosion has been followed by the rapid increase in vehicular movements. The continuous horizontal vibration along the roads gradually destabilizes the already unstable slopes and geological formations.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">8. Lastly the demand of water for domestic and commercial purposes has also increased. The forest clearance, dissection of the upper portions of the slopes are reflected in the decrease in ground water level and consequent drying up of the streams during most part of the year.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">9. Examining the above mentioned analysis, the future of the Darjeeling hill areas does not look very bright. Systematic and scientific utilization/management of the natural resources is required.</div><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #741b47;">Source: http://darjeeling.gov.in</span></i><br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Accommodation in Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqZqNNNbtu81uburMCOvrWtX97Bz_RYHWnTmtAO6fLc-tMOiBSxUQA8Xr6wyp6SmrNZwGREeS5Pc3CWuDiMSV3vzi-QzxLQH5gZOSaeo67-QxCdj7V3NpXCm0C3Rkw8VQfNQiB2DcJ_K4/s1600/hotel-mayfair-darjeeling.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="126" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqZqNNNbtu81uburMCOvrWtX97Bz_RYHWnTmtAO6fLc-tMOiBSxUQA8Xr6wyp6SmrNZwGREeS5Pc3CWuDiMSV3vzi-QzxLQH5gZOSaeo67-QxCdj7V3NpXCm0C3Rkw8VQfNQiB2DcJ_K4/s200/hotel-mayfair-darjeeling.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">There is no dearth of <b>places to stay in Darjeeling</b> - from charming mansions and modern hotels to homely Tibetan affairs and a youth hostel for budget travellers. Tariffs vary greatly depending on the season and the type of accommodation, but do remember to check the water situation!. You can know more about of <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">place to stay in Darjeeling</a> at <br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Weather & Best Season of Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
Darjeeling has a moderate climate with all five distinct seasons in a year. <br />
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1. Summers (April to June) are mild with maximum temperature never crossing 25 °C. the pleasant climate attracts lots of tourists during this season. <br />
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2. Monsoons (July to August) are accompanied with intense torrential rain causing roadblocks.<br />
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3. Autumn (September to November) is accompanied with intermiottent showers and Darjeeling looks marvelous during this period. <br />
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4. Winters (December to January) have a cool climate within the average range of 5 °C to 7 °C. Minimum temperature this season can be freezing –2 °C. Snowfalls are not common during winters.<br />
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5. Spring (February to March) is charming with moderate climate. This season is best with scenic beauties<br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Best season to visit Darjeeling is from September to June, take woolen clothes in winters and may avoid chilly days in January.</span></h3><br />
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2. December to January is perfect for those like chilly climate and is best period for honeymooners.<br />
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3. February to June is ideal for all tourist activities in Darjeeling.<br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Events & Festivals in Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">1. July is the month for celebrations of Buddha Jayanthi, the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. It is celebrated at various Buddhist monasteries in Darjeeling.</div><br />
2. October - November is the period of Durgapooja festivals. The festival accompanies with many fairs, celebrations and illuminations.<br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Flora and Fauna in Darjeeling Hill Station:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYlELQx5csWg4tpW0haosksPsmtm4rvnFPKFnFCGoyTYPiF6S_uo1_PyszrK7H4xCccsMJWu414ZFIj-v5uOHigK2g2FlQ6beBO9_59EnhZT1P42wqzmg2ML-R_OWL8FH6A0BISJSiles/s1600/small-Flora+%26+fauna+in+the+lesser+Himalayas+of+Darjeeling.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYlELQx5csWg4tpW0haosksPsmtm4rvnFPKFnFCGoyTYPiF6S_uo1_PyszrK7H4xCccsMJWu414ZFIj-v5uOHigK2g2FlQ6beBO9_59EnhZT1P42wqzmg2ML-R_OWL8FH6A0BISJSiles/s320/small-Flora+%26+fauna+in+the+lesser+Himalayas+of+Darjeeling.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The forests in and around Darjeeling have delightful flora and fauna. It is a plantlover's paradise. Four thousand species of flowering plants, three hundred varieties of ferns, including tree fern and countless types of flowerless plants, mosses, algae, fungi, birches, and of course, the prize orchids, wild and cultivated. There are oaks, chestnuts, cherry, maple, birch, alder-all fine and large trees of excellent growth. In the upper hills areas and the alpine zone are the magnolias, buck-landias, pyrus and conifers such as webb, Himalayan firs, English yews, Sikkim spruces, larch, which is the only deciduous conifer, weeping tsuga brunoniana and junipers lvy is common.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">The fauna is similarly varied-monkeys, wild cats, tigers, leopards, civets, jackals and foxes, wild dogs, bears, otters, martons, weasels, squirrels(including the Himalayan flying and Assam giant varieties), porcupines, hares, barking deer,sambhurs, chitals and the very rare pangolin. In the foothills and the teria forests, in the sanctuaries (Jaldhapara and Gorumara in the neighbouring Jalpaiguri) can be seen the gaur or Bison, elephants and the single horned rhinoceros.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWtAYw9FmN3YE5thjlL7gp7rSH_f5tmuiRcUR_63-2F66Hug8Edng4G8x8GT7-lU4THYYXKX_K5fIx2Xst7w6uY0j9Y5m4N7MXaQD_G8dtJYLjfrbfzrqGaIM5tm4cmGdS7ilqCYdXk9Q/s1600/flora+and+fauna.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWtAYw9FmN3YE5thjlL7gp7rSH_f5tmuiRcUR_63-2F66Hug8Edng4G8x8GT7-lU4THYYXKX_K5fIx2Xst7w6uY0j9Y5m4N7MXaQD_G8dtJYLjfrbfzrqGaIM5tm4cmGdS7ilqCYdXk9Q/s320/flora+and+fauna.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Darjeeling is the home of six hundred varieties of beautiful birds like flycatchers, fairy bluebirds, orioles, finches, sunbirds, long-tailed broadbills, woodpeckers, rufous piculets, emerald cuckoos, three-toed kingfishers, long-legged falcons, Hoogson's imperial pigeons, emerald doves, besides a large number of seasonal migratory birds on their way to the plains. You can know more about Darjeeling at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Floriculture in the Darjeeling hills:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjsEzUvbrgE1MKCL0VoxVGIaLGdjuWIuyvvzvok4132UiW87Rtg7rQBKpicZXUWPBaKxzsH9q9R76RbjYvp0uGNHupqoXq1FDBNGwhncmB3DnjrLclzjt3rsXunyGn0sr6O2Uk_2YtOK0/s1600/flower.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjsEzUvbrgE1MKCL0VoxVGIaLGdjuWIuyvvzvok4132UiW87Rtg7rQBKpicZXUWPBaKxzsH9q9R76RbjYvp0uGNHupqoXq1FDBNGwhncmB3DnjrLclzjt3rsXunyGn0sr6O2Uk_2YtOK0/s320/flower.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Darjeeling hills are the natural home for countless orchid species like Cymbidiums, Vandas, Dendrobiums, Paphiopedilums, Lycaste, Odontoglossum, Phaius, Arundina etc. the list being endless.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-cFBh6PjCIDAEGnHWnFgXuOkDImOuoo_Zbuo30GHI_qSn5G_-Lyu_Iefrfm0Cujp_aFRrVOsuHdpLGwQODbxu5ZBe2y7I8PGBKIlkKnIoPFhJQHPDkpYONUjAaIgGjwcvQ24Vb8acKGo/s1600/flower1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-cFBh6PjCIDAEGnHWnFgXuOkDImOuoo_Zbuo30GHI_qSn5G_-Lyu_Iefrfm0Cujp_aFRrVOsuHdpLGwQODbxu5ZBe2y7I8PGBKIlkKnIoPFhJQHPDkpYONUjAaIgGjwcvQ24Vb8acKGo/s320/flower1.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In the past several decades the nurseries of Kalimpong area was very much involved and buzzing with floricultural activities and developed their own techniques in tissue culture propagation of orchids and other related floricultural plants. In Kalimpong itself we have about four nurseries propagation. Exports from these hills also started 5-6 decade back. For the unlimited scope in the present multi-million dollar floriculture industry, these hills are the natural habitat for innumerable plant species and thus much has been achieved till date by our floriculturists. However, this region still has enormous potential. With the global floricultural trend these hills have limitless scope for production of Gladioli cut flowers to cater to the demand of both the domestic as well as the export market. Cut flower started trade over three decades back. Today other cut flowers, besides Gladioli are anthuriums, Orchids particularly Cymbidiums, bulbous flowers of lilies, ornithogalum and other flowers like gerberas, carnations and greens like ferns are under production.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd88DLHiWolZae5SsBFrTM3pzMPCroT-H13CxNMWyLV0XlaYrDhOKdxR-siIGL63E8cszP06x1lho1ZqLnhK9wnLKCfQfGd_tEahIMKogjhQIpE7NJGgfg5mosjLHux2X5XUQN16D6zy4/s1600/flower2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd88DLHiWolZae5SsBFrTM3pzMPCroT-H13CxNMWyLV0XlaYrDhOKdxR-siIGL63E8cszP06x1lho1ZqLnhK9wnLKCfQfGd_tEahIMKogjhQIpE7NJGgfg5mosjLHux2X5XUQN16D6zy4/s320/flower2.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">56 km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 5500ft. panoramic views of Kanchanjunga can be obtained from this point. Fabulous view of Sunrise over Kanchanjunga can be seen from Jhandi Dara. You can know more about Darjeeling at <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com</a>.</div><br />
<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Darjeeling Teas:</span></h3><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">The Darjeeling Tea industry is the mainstay of the economy up in the hills and provides a rewarding life to its workers by way of a steady livelihood and other facilities like housing, statutory benefits, allowances, incentives, creches for infants of working monthers, children's education, integrated residential medical facilities for employees and their families and many more. You can know more about <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html">Darjeeling Teas</a> at <br />
<span style="color: black; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html</a></span>.</div><br />
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<h3><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Trekking In Darjeeling:</span></h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAORuwFJCVi8qXIRqJI1VO8ik6IXZO6E6cfB0DiV7GwtpRG5ebfqVcI3VACk07MpKvOrm0aoLOdh1tD1QLUwHmNKdNz-pFP9OcFozUpHfvxBmm3tvRzCFTvZceQLtcBDyb8HSC3CwSvfc/s1600/VIEW+FROM+SANDAKPHU+%28Small%29.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAORuwFJCVi8qXIRqJI1VO8ik6IXZO6E6cfB0DiV7GwtpRG5ebfqVcI3VACk07MpKvOrm0aoLOdh1tD1QLUwHmNKdNz-pFP9OcFozUpHfvxBmm3tvRzCFTvZceQLtcBDyb8HSC3CwSvfc/s320/VIEW+FROM+SANDAKPHU+%28Small%29.JPG" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">One of the famous <b>Darjeeling trekking</b> route taken by the trekkers is that of the <b>Darjeeling-Sandakphu / Phalut trek</b>. This trekking route is best during the months of April, May, October and November. As during these seasons the visibility is clear and the weather is also hospitable. For trekking on this route one does not have to carry much luggage as the Gorkha Hill Council has provided trekkers hut and other facilities all along the route. But it is advisable to carry your own sleeping bags. On this route the trekker must be prepared for all kinds of weather and high altitude mountain sickness. The trek passes through low areas and very high ridges so temperature varies a lot be prepared for all types of weather. There surroundings may be very attractive but there are some areas which have long stretches without any water, so carry water with yourself. Regular meals are available. Guides and porters can also be arranged.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6lSOiweCidHXbhMBzllQyEmrme8WUC6hyphenhyphenOie7BxNHawzMrCcdbhe64ADAkeoIt6usIZ8lluVBTA7HAUzp0f4sx9KE-e7Nl8A6xum-HfzkNpauD25lKHLSDTKIozmLngyHXzDXgeNM-xk/s1600/phalut.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6lSOiweCidHXbhMBzllQyEmrme8WUC6hyphenhyphenOie7BxNHawzMrCcdbhe64ADAkeoIt6usIZ8lluVBTA7HAUzp0f4sx9KE-e7Nl8A6xum-HfzkNpauD25lKHLSDTKIozmLngyHXzDXgeNM-xk/s320/phalut.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Phalut is also called the view point of the Himalayas and is one of the most important & famous treks in the region. The trek starts with a small bus trip to Manaybhanjang. From here the trek passes through the mountains to Sandakphu. From here you can proceed further up or you can return via Rimbik then to <b>Darjeeling by Bus.</b> One can also take a short cut and not go to Ohalut. From Sandakphu backtrek to Bikhay Bhanjang and cut across to Rimbik. But keep in mind that this trek is a difficult one with no water or food in between. You can know more about <b>Darjeeling treak</b> at <br />
<a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/sandakphu-trek-darjeeling-darjeeling.html">http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/sandakphu-trek-darjeeling-darjeeling.html</a>.</div><br />
<h3>Darjeeling Photos | Darjeeling Photo:</h3><br />
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<h2><a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling Hill Station</a>, <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling</a> Information, <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Place to visit in Darjeeling</a>, Darjeeling Weather, <a href="http://darjeelinginformation1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling Tourism</a>, <a href="http://darjeelingphotos1.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling Photos</a>, <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/">Darjeeling Trekking</a>, <a href="http://tourismofdarjeeling01.blogspot.com/2011/01/darjeeling-tea-garden-darjeeling-tea.html">Darjeeling Teas</a> and more</h2></div>
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