Shimla Hill Station

Shimla the capital of the glorious state of Himachal Pradesh is a fabulous hill-station surrounded by dense forests that comprises of oak, deodar, pine and rhododendron forests. Shimla has abundance of natural beauty and the locals are privileged to live in such panoramic locations. This place can enamor anyone with its beauty.

Shimla has a lot of variety to offer. Shimla is an ideal place for fishing, golfing, skiing, trekking etc. Adventuring here which definitely make you enthusiastic and spirited. For more energetic entertainment, hit the indoor roller-skating rink in Lakkar Bazaar or go open-air ice-skating above the Rivoli Bus stand. There are always amazing things to be explored in its surrounding countryside. Fagu, Kulfri and Naldhera are some of the well- known places for adventuring and camping too.

Long walks in the deep green woods will give you a scintillating feeling. The Shimla Ridge gives you a magnificent view of the sunset which is indescribable. Tour to Shimla will captivate you with its natural charm and enable you to get closer to nature. One of the attractions of this hill-station are its apple trees. The sight of a cluster of apple trees with leave you dumbstruck.

Situated at an altitude of 2159 m Shimla is engulfed by snow-covered mountains, green pastures dense forests and wholesome climate. These overall conditions draw tourist to this hill station. The toy train ride from Kalka station to Shimla takes you through a picturesque route, which will keep you spellbound and memories of which you will relish forever.

Best Season: Best Season / Best time to visit Shimla Sep - June Shimla is beautiful throughout the year and can be visited in any month, however, September to June will be the best months for travelling to Shimla.

 Winter (October to February) are ideal for enjoying snowfall, skiing and ice skating. Summer 14 to 28°C, Winter -2 to 10°C Average temperature during winter is 8°C and can dip as low as -2°C. This is a good time

for honeymooning.  Summer (March to June) are the suitable time to enjoy the scenic beauty. Temperature ranges between 15°C to 30°C and is ideal for indulging in paragliding, trekking, camping and rafting. There will be no snowfall, but snow can be enjoyed on very high altitudes.  Monsoon (July to mid September) are not the best time to visit as excessive rain can result in land slides. While summers are good for adventure and sightseeing, winters is perfect for honeymooning and enjoying snow. The natural beauty is at its maximum during monsoons but travel can be made difficult due to unexpected landslides.

History & Culture (9)

Arki Fort, Arki Built by Rana Prithvi Singh, Arki Fort carries a great history of blood shed and power struggle. Till 1815 this formation was the strong hold of the Gurkhas from where they led their war against the British. Now turned in to a heritage hotel, the then strong hold of the erstwhile Baghai rulers prese... More

Arki Palace, Arki A dazzling citadel on the backdrop of a wood side hill, Arki palace is quite famous for its lovely frescos of the Arki Kalam style. This gargantuan structure displays splendid architectural works with intricately designed roofs and motifs depicts various themes of contemporary importance. Though in ... More

Diwan-i-Khas, Arki Diwan-i-Khas or the Audience Hall is built by Ram Shara Singh, one of the great patrons of arts among the Arki rulers. This astounding room of art is ornamented with wall friezes, encompassing the Kangra, Arki, Rajasthani, Kullu and European styles of miniature paintings. From Indian mythology to... More

Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is one of the most historic monuments in Shimla. This 122 years old complex has been reopened for public in June 2010. The complex is easily approachable as it occupies strategic location along the Mall Road. Build in the gothic Victorian style, the theater is an imp... More

Himachal State Museum Located on the Mall road, the State Museum is a colonial building set in spacious lawns. Having a good collection of coins, photographs, local handicrafts and other items the museum is a humongous building. The doll gallery consists of a collection of Himachali bride and tribal dolls while the colle... More

Nalagarh Palace, Solan An imposing structure located atop a hillock, Nalagarh Palace is a popular tourist attraction in Solan. Well manicured gardens, arresting views of the Shivalik ranges and a unique blend of Mughal and Indian style of architecture, makes this palace a must visit. The palace was converted into a heri... More

Observatory Hill (Institute of Advanced Studies) Observatory Hill in the west of Shimla, houses as the Indian institute of Advanced Study (offering various courses) and is a famous attraction in Shimla. Observatory hill is a high peak in Shimla, offering splendid views of the surroundings. Much of the institute is closed for public view. The obs... More

Palace Hotel, Chail The majestic Chail Palace built by the Maharaja of Patiala was once the lodging place of British and now converted as a luxurious hotel in the midst of pine and deodar forests. This majestic palace, constructed in 1891, is placed in approximately 75 acres of land and has actually a royal background ... More

Viceregal Lodge Located on the Observatory Hill at the western end of the Shimla ridge (4 km), the Viceregal Lodge is a humongous structure ringed by tall pines. It was built in 1888 as the residence of Viceroy Lord Dufferin. It can be reached by taxi or bus within 5 mins. Located 2 km further west of the Himach... More

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Shaily Peak, Naldehra A natural peak with greenery everywhere, Shaily peak has panoramic views of Naldehra. The road to Shaily peak is memorable, the scenery around Khatnol leaves the traveler in awe.An early morning trek is ideal and one can also take a pony ride to reach up to the peak. This is a nice peak for adventu... More

The Himalayan Nature Park, Kufri The Himalayan National Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. Boasting of 180 species of birds and rare mammals, the national park is a great bio-diversity and eco tourism hub. Tourists can look forward to see musk deer and the elusive snow leopards, besides rare an... More

The Ridge Located in the heart of Shimla, The Ridge road is a large open space which runs east to west alongside the Mall Road, and joins it at the Scandal point on the west side. On the east side, the Ridge road leads to Lakkar Bazaar, a wooden crafts market. The large water reservoir present at the Ridge ac... More

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Chail Wildlife Sanctuary, Chail A former hunting reserve of the Royals of Patiala Kingdom, Chail Sanctuary was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1976. This sanctuary perched at the top of the mountains, at varying altitudes from 701 meter to 2180 meter above sea level provides for great views. The area has a dense forest cover with... More

Manjathal Santuary, Solan Majathal Sanctuary is a wildlife hub located around Solan. Spreading on an area of 55,670 sq km, the sanctuary is a forested area as declared by the Himachal government and has a wide species of flora and fauna. Popular sightings in the sanctuary include diversity of gorals, goats and many variet... More

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Christ Church Known to be the second oldest church in northern India, the Christ Church is the most fascinating building on Mall road. The clock on the church tower was donated in 1860 and the porch added in 1873. Visible from miles away, the design of this place is marvelous. In Shimla's 75 years of reigning a... More

Gurudwara Sahib, Chail The faith is Chail is amply seen in some of the religious destinations and frequently visited by the tourists in Shimla and other beautiful attractions nearby Chail. One such important place is Gurudwara Sahib, constructed in 1907 on Pandhawa hillocks. This is a very small construction with beau... More

Hanuman Temple, Shoghi Shoghi houses numerous temples in its villages. One of such temple in Shoghi is the Hanuman temple, with Main deity as the Anjaneya, the Lord Hanuman. This is an ancient temple which was in ruins and recently renovated. Local devotees believe that praying and presenting offers to this temple will as... More

Jakhu Temple Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, Jakhu temple is a century old spiritual edifice. Situated at the highest peak of Jakhu hill at an altitude of 2.5 km, the temple attracts devotees and adventure freaks who venture into trekking as well as mountaineering activities organized by the Himachal Pradesh governme... More

Kali Temple, Shoghi Jakhoo (Jaghu) hills is a hillock of morethan 8500 ft nearby Shoghi and this beautiful hillock breasts one of the most important and old, nearly 150 year old, Kali-Bari temple. The main deities in the temple are Kali, Shyamala and Chandi, three different forms of Shakti Devi, an incarnation of Godd... More

Luturu Mahadev Temple, Arki An amazing peace of architecture, which is constructed high up in the lofty peaks, Luturu Mahadev Temple is a standing testimony to the never ending might of the rajputs. Surrounded by the unreceptive crags and the inhospitable terrain forces oneself to think about the strain that might have taken... More

Mahakali Temple, Naldehra On the banks of the calm and beautiful Mahakali Lake, the Mahakali temple stands with all its piety and mighty. The temple is dedicated to Maha Kali alias Goddess Kali Devi. The place and the lake are imposing and anyone can relax without any disturbance. Mahakali Lake, held sacred to the godde... More

Mahunag Temple, Naldehra Mahunag Temple is placed in the midst of the famous Naldehra Golf Course. Set amidst picturesque surroundings, Mahunag Temple is dedicated to Mahunag, the serpant god Lord Ananta Sesha noted in Hindu mythology. Lord Curzon, the onetime ruler in India, appears not to have been turned off by the n... More

Siddh Baba Ka Mandir, Chail Chail is the abode of many religious places; one such important place is Sidh Baba Ka Mandir. As per mythology and local legends, a saintly figure - a Sidh came in the dream of Maharaja Bhupinder Singh, who originally planned to build a palace at this place and informed that this was the place for a... More

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Horse Riding, Kufri Horse riding is one of the most popular activity tourists can enjoy here. This is not only a leisure but to reach some places horses are the sole means of travel. While in Kufri horse riding is a must in order to explore the highland of Kufri. Starting from the base of Himalayan National Park, touri... More

Skiing, Kufri Skiing in Kufri is a highly entertaining adventurous sport beckoning the adventurous tourists to participate. In winter, thousands of travelers flock to Mahasu Bridge in Kufri for Skiing in the snow capped slopes. A winter sports festival is held every year in Kufri in the month of February. A... More

Trekking, Kufri Trekking is a wonderful way to discover the beauty of nature that cannot be visited by any other means. There are no expert crafted trekking tours in Kufri and tourists can very much explore these areas on their own. The most common trekking route in Kufri is to reach Kufri from Shimla, which is 19 ... More

Fun & Entertainment (4) Golf Course, Naldehra Naldehra Golf Course is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world maintained by Himachal Tourism Department. It was founded in the year 1920. The well-groomed 9-hole Golf Course is perhaps one of the finest and most famous Golf Courses on the hills of India. This Golf Course is crowned with a spring... More

Lakkar Bazaar Adjoining the Ridge, Lakkar Bazaar is a marketplace which offers wooden articles targeted mainly towards tourists. The handcrafted wooden items are truly worth the money and sell like hot cakes. Tourists take them back as a souvenir of their trip. Lakkar Bazaar is also famous for its dry fruits and ... More

Mall Road Mall Road is the lifeline of Shimla, as it is the point where the people of Shimla socialize. It is mainly the center of all activity that tourists can enjoy. The streets are lined with various shops that sell various items. The popular hotels, showrooms, departmental stores, restaurants and recreat... More

Scandal Point Located on the Mall Road in Shimla, Scandal Point is a popular tourist spot and has a good connectivity by bus or taxi. The place derives its name from the flirtatious king of Patiala, who said have been smitten by the viceroy‟s daughter and had kidnapped him from this point. This is the highest p... More

Toy Train Ride Shimla is famous all over the world for its dream like journey on the toy train. Starting from Kalka the 96 kms long journey to Shimla is covered in about 5 hours. Running for more than 100 years, this toy train ride (staretd in the year 1903 by Lord Curzon) has been credited as a World Heritage Sit... More

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Chabba, Naldehra Chabba is known for river rafting. Lusting greeneries, soft breezes, Chabba is a scenic village in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh and is located nearby Naldehra. An old hydroelectric power project, the powerhouse constructed on the Sutlej river, is the starting point in Naldehra for the long st... More

Cricket Ground, Chail Amidst of the dense forests of pine and deodars, Chail cricket ground has the spectacular distinction of the world‟s highest ever cricket pitch, at an altitude of nearly 2,144 meters above the sea level. This cricket ground is well maintained and is constructed by the Maharaja of Patiala more than... More

Solan Brewery, Solan Solan Brewery is the first of its kind in India. The brewery was started by an Englishmen, Edward Dyer in the late 80's, Today the Solan brewery has been converted into distillery and is presently run by Mohan Meaking Ltd. ... More

Ooty Hill Station

This green and pictorial Queen of Hill Stations located in South India in the state of Tamil Station is at an altitude of 2240 m. Conifers, pine and eucalyptus trees grow abundantly in this region and make the environment fresh, clean and pleasant. The funnel-shaped lavender- blue flowers bring in radiance to the sloping mountains.

To truly experience the charm of this hill station in the , take the little Blue Mountain train to from Mettupalayam. Once there, settle into a relaxed routine of picnics, pony rides and angling; spend a morning at the lovely Botanical Gardens, drop in at Ooty club with its Raj-era ambience. A delightful day trip is to where you can see rolling grassland and the unique concial huts of the Toda tribe.

Ooty is huddled in an arena that is generated by four royal hills - Elk Hill, Snowdon, and Club Hill. These majestic hills are fractions of the regal Nilgiri range which forms a congregation for the Western and Eastern Ghats. Dense forests, lofty mountains, extensive tea and coffee plantation and sprawling grasslands characterize Ooty. Ooty provides ecstasy for trekkers. Trekking here is filled with excitement and pleasure. One can watch nature in its best form and splendor while trekking in Ooty. Ooty has many trek routes to offer. However, they differ in distance, stature and topography. Hand gliding and Angling are other activities that one could participate in.

This eco-friendly land with lush greenery, radiant flowers, deep forest, lakes and waterfall offer a fantastic sight and make your stay in Ooty laudable

Best Season / Best time to visit Ooty Best Season: Ooty is a destination that can be visited all through the year. Summers are quite pleasant, winters are cool, and monsoons are beautiful. However, the best time for Oct - June visiting Ooty is from October to June.

 Winters(November to January)are very pleasant and cool with minimum touching 5°C.

November is peak tourist season and winters months are good for indulging in all types Summer 12 to 29°C, Winter 5 to 24°C of tourist activities.  Summers (March to May) have an average temperature in the range 15°C to 20°C. This time is ideal for sightseeing and other tourist activities.  Monsoons ( June to September ) offers good rainfall, especially the months of July and August, interrupting outdoor activities but scenic lovers can enjoy the green fresh look and the more picturesque side of the place in monsoon season.

Ooty is very attractive in all seasons, Winters can be chilly with ice forming. Flower shows during February - March attract many tourists. Ooty celebrates New Year, especially in hotels, with great enthusiasm and cultural shows. The place can be visited all through the year keeping off the heavy rainy days in monsoon.

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Droog Fort, Droog Fort is located in the area surrounding Coonoor. Getting to this fort does take some physical exertion since trekking must be undertaken to get there, but the hard work is definitely worth it. This old and worn out fort is located 6,000 ft above the plains. Today, only a wall remains of this m... More

Government Museum & Art Gallery The Government Museum, Mysore Road, Udhagamandalam has items of tribal objects, districts ecological deatails and representative sculptural arts and crafts of . It is situated about 2 Kms, from Udhagamandalam in the main Mysore road. It has various collections of contemporary paintings and... More

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Avalanche Valley

Bellikkal Lake, Bellikkal Bellikkal Lake is a beautiful water feature that has some great views to offer. Fishing here may not be a good idea since this lake is a popular watering hole for a variety of wild animals. Elephants can be frequently seen getting a drink early in the morning or right at dusk here. Tigers, bear, bis... More

Bison Valley, Bellikkal Bison Valley acquired its name from the Indian bison that roam throughout the area. Impressive views of cardamom forests are possible from this beautiful valley. Beautiful greenery exists in almost every place that you look. A wide variety of wildlife inhabits this valley. The wildlife includes ... More

Catherine Falls, Coonoor , also known as St. Catherine's Falls, is located in the area that surrounds Coonoor. This beautiful waterfall falls from an impressive 250 feet. It can clearly been seen from the top of Dolphin's Nose if seeing the entire waterfall as one total impression is what you are looking for.... More

Doddabetta Peak Doddabetta peak is the highest known peak in the region of Ooty and its altitude stays to be more than 2,623 meters in height. It actually stays in the suburbs of Ooty and is hardly 10 kms from the place. Ooty being the hilly place, the areas in the suburbs can too be easily captured in the came... More

Dolphin's Nose, Coonoor Dolphin's Nose is an enormous rock formation that is entirely unique. The protruding rock formation looks exactly like what it is named after, a dolphin's nose. It takes some effort to climb to the top of this rock outcropping, but the views are absolutely worth the hard work. There are gigantic ra... More

Emerald Lake is a wonderful lake in the upper plateau region of the Nilgiri hills. It is a part of the silent valley and is beside the Red hill nature resort which is a best picnic place of the region. The site of the lake is wonderful and one would definitely love being at that place. One would... More

Hidden Valley, Coonoor The Hidden Valley is in the region that surrounds Coonoor. This valley is known for being both impressive and beautiful. Access to this valley is not readily available. Instead, it is necessary to trek to this particular valley. The green, lush landscape combined with the breathtaking mountain views... More

Kalhatti Falls, Bellikkal is a magnificent waterfall that plummets 400 feet or 122 meters. Sometimes these falls are referred to as the Kalahasti Falls. It is almost a transcendental experience to witness the raw power that this waterfall contains, yet it radiates beauty and grace at the same time. The falls a... More

Kamraj Sagar Lake Kamraj sagar lake is a dam and is located in the suburbs of Ooty. It is situated far away at a distance between the woods and greenery all around and hence is a great picnic sport for the people. There is a wide variety of herbs and shrubs available in the terrain and is a good sport for picnic as w... More

Lake District, Red Hills India‟s Lake District is found near Red Hills where the numerous rain-filled reservoirs make for an impressive and incredibly beautiful landscape. In fact, there are 8 separate lakes in the area with each being remarkably beautiful in its own right. The scenic blue lakes are Emerald, Upper Bhavan... More

Lamb's Rock, Coonoor Lamb's rock is an excellent picnic spot near Coonoor. It is a point on the way to Dolphin's Nose. It was named after the man Captain Lamb who tried in earnest to open a path to that particular point. With such a view, no wonder this man put forth such a valiant effort to reach the point. The rock i... More

Marlimun Lake Marlimun Lake is located in Ooty and is a wonderful lake of the region. It has all the things which come in one's mind when one thinks of lake. It is clean and neat and is a best place one would love to go for. Several different kinds of boats are made available in this region and one can go boating... More

Mukurti Peak Mukurti peak is amongst the array of mountains in the southern plains of kerala. The place consists of mountains surrounded by great plains on all sides where one can enjoy the beauty of the mountains from the plains and the beauty of the plains from the hillocks. The mukurti peak is about 2553 km i... More

Ooty Botanical Gardens Who doesn't know about the Botanical Gardens? It's the best garden ever known in India and is a great tourist destination. It is located on the hillock of Ooty which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It has a wide span of more than 50 acres and is spread along the Dodabet... More

Ooty Lake stays in the heart of Ooty with its L shape construction. It is the best place for boating and the summers are primly wonderful. Several boat races are conducted and people have a wonderful time enjoying the sport as such a wonderful place on earth. The function is well planned and organiz... More

Ooty Rose Gardens Rose garden is the heart and soul of city of Ooty. The construction is so beautiful and there are small tunnels made wherein the roses are planted in tunnels. This botanical garden stays to be the best flower show of the century and it has the highest amount of rose production in the country. Di... More

Pykara Lake and Pykara Falls Pykara Lake and the fall are on the path going from Ooty to Bangalore and are situated close to mudumalai. The lake is a wonderful example of nature's beauty and is a paradise on earth. One would definitely love boating in the wonderful lake and the pykara falls close to the lake is a fantastic plac... More

Sim's Park, Coonoor Sim's Park is an unusual botanical garden that was developed back in 1874 by Mr. J.D. Sims and Major Murray. Naturally occurring trees, shrubs and creepers, are in the park as are many unusual species of plants that have been brought in from a variety of places around the world. The park is situate... More

Tea Gardens, Coonoor

Thread Garden The thread garden at Ooty is a popular tourist spot that showcases some of the most exquisite collection of artificial flowers and plants, all made by the expert hands of the skilful artists by using just thread. Antony Joseph, the mastermind behind this unique creation along with his 50 proficie... More

Tiger Hill One of the most charming places in Ooty is the Tiger Hill. This beautiful spot lies to the east of the hill station and towards the lower end of the Doddabetta peak. It is located at a distance of about 6 km from the main town. You can enjoy a trek upto Tiger Hill. At the site there is a drinking wa... More

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Mukerti National Park and Lake Mukerti National Park is situated in the southern region of the Nilgiri and is spread across the whole eastern region too. The park is an abode for a large number of animals and they can breed freely and reside in the protected environment, which is deployed for wild life cultivation. Several measur... More

Sanctuary Avalanche Sanctuary Avalanche is situated in the Nilgiri hills and is a wild life sanctuary which was constructed with the holy intention to protect the wild life in southern India. Several species on the verge of extinction are reared with great care and caution and are provided with an eco friendly environm... More

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Holy Trinity Church Churches are ubiquitous with Ooty, but the one that forms an important cultural representation of the city is the Holy Trinity Church. Rightly marked as one of the oldest landmark of the city, the church is Tudor is appearance and is marked by stained glass windows, intricate carvings and quiet ceme... More

St. Stephen's Church St. Stephen Church is the Gothic church of the place and is one of the best known colonial structures of Ooty. People gather in church and offer sacred prayers from the bottom of the heart. The true feelings of the people reveal the fact that still somewhere on earth, the God is still alive. The... More

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Trekking Ooty, once the summer capital of the British in India, is endowed with the bounty of nature. A favorite sport of the area, trekking has gained admiration with the tourists in the recent years. Ooty forms the perfect base for a number of exciting treks, some long and some short, into the adjoining h... More

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Main Bazaar Main bazaar is the central hub and the best shopping junction of the place. All the things which are produced in the city along with all small groceries and cutlery are sold here under a single umbrella. The chief thing produced in this area is tea and all variety of tea is available for tasting as ... More

Toy Train Travel to Ooty on exotic „Nilgiri Toy Train‟ to enjoy the plethora that nature holds for you. The slow train ride uphill connects Ooty from Mettupalayam, a serene town lying on the foothills of the Nilgiris. The train began its first service in 1899 and since then the bliss has continued. At the... More

Wellington's Golf Course, Coonoor Cantonment of Wellington is located in the near vicinity of Coonoor. It is in Wellington that the well-respected Defense Services Staff College is located. The Wellington Golf Course is a popular place to stop and enjoy a civilized round of golf. In the midst of the exotic landscape, the touch of no... More

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Kotagiri, Coonoor Nilgiris' oldest hill station is . It is located in the same general area as Coonoor. This village is set in what looks like the typical tea plantation with its gently sloping hills. Kotagiri is partially in the shade of the Dodda Betta Range, so constant sunlight everywhere is not a possibi... More

Darjeeling and Gangtok Hill Station

Darjeeling and Gangtok are a wonderful combination of tranquility, verdant hills, panoramic views and above all the mesmerizing beauty of the mighty Kanchanjunga. These hill stations are famous for ambience of desolation and they offer magnificent view of the vast plains lying below. Both Darjeeling and Gangtok are famous for beautiful serene monasteries, tea plantations and orchard.

One of the attractions of Darjeeling is its toy train. Built in the late 19th century, the world heritage Darjeeling Himalayan railway is a technological marvel. Its tracks rise from sea level to an altitude of over 7,500 ft in just about 70 km. Zigzag, reverses and loops were devised to overcome these gradients, the most famous being the Batasia Loop, where the train does a complete figure of eight. It covers about 83 km in six or seven hours, so sit back and enjoy the mountains and the fresh air.

Darjeeling derives its name from the Tibetan word ‘Dorje’which means a precious stone or the thunderbolt and ‘ling’ meaning place; hence Darjeeling is the land of thunderbolt. The Ghoom Monastery and tiger hills in Darjeeling must be visited at least once.

Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim. The beautiful Enchey Monastery and Rumtek monastery in Gangtok are very popular among tourists. A journey by the ropeway or cable car in Gangtok should be made mandatory in your itinerary. This 20 minute journey will enable you to view the spectacular valley of Gangtok.

Abundant growth of flowers with more than 500 variety of orchid makes this place exotic. Gangtok is an ideal place to buy shawls, blankets, carpets, hand-made paper, painted masks etc. Gangtok is haven for adventure sports. This hill-station has numerous interesting treks to offer tourists.

The beauty of both these hill stations is marked by azure skies, brilliant sunshine, scarlet rhododendrons and the white fragrant magnolias which bloom in profusion, the sloping tea gardens, forests of silver fir and more. Darjeeling and Gangtok boasts a number of charming spots.

Best Season: Best Season / Best time to visit Darjeeling Sep - June Darjeeling has a moderate climate with all five distinct seasons in a year. The best season to visit the place is from September to June, take woolen clothes in winters.

 Winters (December to January) have a cool climate within the average range of 5 °C to Summer 19 to 37°C, Winter -2 to 24°C 7 °C. Minimum temperature this season can be freezing –2 °C. Snowfalls are not common during winters. It is an ideal time for honeymooning.  Spring (February to March) season is charming with moderate climate. This season is best with scenic beauties.  Summers (April to June) are mild with maximum temperature never crossing 25 °C. the pleasant climate attracts lots of tourists during this season. The time is favorable for all tourist activities.  Monsoons (July to August) are accompanied with intense torrential rain causing roadblocks.  Autumn (September to November) is accompanied with intermittent showers and Darjeeling looks marvelous during this period. September to November is ideal for sightseeing and outings. December to January is perfect for those like chilly climate and is best period for honeymooners. February to June is ideal for all tourist activities in Darjeeling.

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Coronation Bridge, Siliguri Coronation Bridge, also known as Sevoke Coronation Bridge, is built in 1930 over the renowned Teesta River at the confluence of Rangeet River and Teesta River in West Bengal to mark the Coronation of the King George V.

This bridge, located close to Sevokeswari Kali Mandir in Siliguri, is a very impo... More

Crockety, Kalimpong Crockety is a bungalow built by the British wool traders in 18th century and is one of the many bungalows in the region constructed during the British Regime. The uniqueness of this bungalow is the exquisite architectural design

and the breathtaking surroundings. This old fashioned and charming hous... More

Galingka, Kalimpong Galingka is a bungalow built during the British regime located at the majestic backdrop of the Kanchenjunga peak, the second largest peak in Himalayan ranges. Like Crockety, this bungalow was also built by British wool traders for

their use during their trade travel. The exquisite architectural styl... More

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Everest Museum and Mountaineering Museum are entered through the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Zoo. The zoo and the two museums are run by the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, which trains mountaineers.

The mountaineering museum has a grand collection of historical mountaineering equipmen...More

Morgan House, Kalimpong Morgan house, presently a tourist lodge run by the department of tourism of Government of India, is an erstwhile bungalow built in the British Period. This was the favorite home of a wealthy Jute merchant from England. This is one

of the many British Bungalows in Kalimpong. The western architectural... More

Nature Interpretation Centre, Kalimpong Nature Interpretation Centre in Kalimpong, a great idea on work, provides the great information on effect of human activities in the Earth‟s environment. This centre is established and managed by forest department. This centre carries

out information collecting and research on flora and fauna in t... More

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Badamtam Tea Estate Badamtan Tea Estate was originally owned by the more than 150-years-old Lebong Tea Company. The tea estate was one of the tea company owned and managed by the British. It is located across the Rangit River. A walk to

this tea estate will take a refreshing half a day. Badamtan Tea Estate is also ... More

Durpin Dara Hill, Kalimpong Durpin Dara hill, located at a height of 1402 m, is a vantage point that gives birds-eye-view of the spectacular serene mountains, plains and rivers. Durpin, meaning “binoculars” in Nepali is a great spot that offers a clear view of the

majestic mountains, Kanchenjunga. It is the highest point... More

Flower Nurseries, Kalimpong Kalimpong is a place with lots of flower nurseries, which specializes in cultivation of exotic beautiful flowers. The largest number of commercial flower nurseries are found in Kalimpong. These flower nurseries exports beautiful

exotic flowers to different parts of the country. You can always visit ... More

Ganga Maya Park Just 3 km from the Rock Garden is the Ganga Maya Park, a newly added tourist attraction in Darjeeling. The charming bridges constructed over the stream give you the serene view of the lush green surrounding. Enjoy the

transparent stream flowing over the rocky bed. Set within the park is a beautiful ... More

Kanchenjunga Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world (the first two being Mount Everest and K2), standing at an altitude of 8586 m. There are five peaks in Kanchenjunga. If you watch Kanchenjunga from the Observatory

Hills, you might be deceived that the mount is a calm and serene upheaval of ice... More

Mirik Lake, Mirik Mirik Lake, also referred to as Samendu Lake is the most picturesque spot in Mirik. Located in the heart of Mirik, the lake is 1.25 km in length and the depth of the water varies from a minimum of 3 ft to a maximum of 26 ft. With serene surroundings, a walk around the lake would be a fascinating one... More

Observatory Hill The Mall road originates and culminates at the Chowrashtra. The hill atop the Mall is the Observatory Hill. This hill is attached to strong religious faith and great importance both for the Hindus and the Buddhists. The sacred Mahakal

temple rests on this hill; Mahakal is considered to be the inc... More

Rock Garden Rock Garden, also referred to as Barbotey Rock Garden is located at a distance of around 10 km from Darjeeling. It was established by the Gorkha Hill Council Tourism Department and was inaugurated by Subhash Ghising,

the ex-chairman of the Council. Created by cutting rocks at different levels with t... More

Saramsa Garden, Kalimpong Saramsa Garden is a popular tourist spot in Kalimpong. It was constituted in year 1922 by the forest department of India. It is the home to numerous species of exotic orchids and other uncommon tropical plants of Sikkim. The

garden also comprises many orchids and fruit trees. The garden has been est... More

Surya Sen Park, Siliguri The Surya Sen Park, a favorite picnic spot among the local people, is located at Mahakal Pally near to Siliguri. This is an eco-friendly place for fun, entertainment and increasing awareness about alternative energy sources. An

exhibition in the park offers fundamental knowledge about the alternativ... More

Tenzing & Gombu Rock Located on Lebong Cart Road, Tenzing and Gombu Rocks stands facing opposite to each other and is just 20 minutes drive from Darjeeling. The massive Tenzing Rock is named after Tenzing Norgay, the man who climbed

the Everest first time along with Edmund Hillary in 1953. Gombu Rock is named after Nawa... More

Tiger Hill