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Tourism in Darjeeling , the Queen of Hill Stations, is most organized in the eastern region of India and is one of the major attractions of Tourism in West Bengal. A view of the snow capped peaks of the Kanchenjunga and the world's highest peak, Mount Everest calls a large number of tourists to the town developed 2134 m or 7000 ft above the sea level. Located some 757 kms from the Kolkata (Calcutta) presents an enchanting backdrop of snow covered peaks and a dense vegetation housing a huge variety of flora and fauna. The lush green terrain with high lofty peaks and mountain relief of the youngest fold mountain in the world draws a healthy number of national and international tourists during the peak season time. Tourism in Darjeeling is at its best when nature provides a spectacular view of the sun throwing its first rays on the Kanchenjunga to enliven the spirit of the dazzled viewers braving the cold at the Tiger Hill. Tourism in Darjeeling attracts every one from botanist, ornithologists, trekkers, photographers, holiday makers and honeymoon couples alike. It is renowned in the world for some outstanding view of the magnificent mountains of the Siwaliks or the lower Himalayas. It is filled with some natural creation and man made attractions. Get amazed after a steep climb of the Tiger Hill throwing a glorious view of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Sightseeing in Darjeeling is endless. Visit the Ghoom with the highest railway station. Other attractions include - Yiga Choileng Monastery
- Bhutia Busty Gompa
- Dhirdham Temple
- Bengal Natural History Museum
- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
- Observatory Hill
- Lloyd Botanical Garden
- Dali Monastery
- Japanese Temple
After a sightseeing spree during the day watch the sun setting from the ventful and happening Mall Road also known as Chowrastha. Enjoy a short horse ride or performances aimed at entertaining the huge crowd of tourists who congregate there in the evening hour to enjoy the real pleasure of Tourism in Darjeeling .
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