DARJEELING
( दार्जिलिंग )
Darjeeling is a city and a municipality in the Indian state of West bangal. It is located in the Lesser Himalayas at an elevation of 2,000 metres .
This is a popular tourist destination in India.
The name Darjeeling comes from the Tibetan words Dorje, which is the thunderbolts sceptre of the Hindu deity indra,and ling, which means "a place" or "land".
➤Climate of Darjeeling :-
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record high °C (°F) | 18.9 (66.0) | 19.2 (66.6) | 24.0 (75.2) | 26.7 (80.1) | 25.7 (78.3) | 27.7 (81.9) | 28.0 (82.4) | 28.5 (83.3) | 27.5 (81.5) | 26.0 (78.8) | 24.5 (76.1) | 20.0 (68.0) | 28.5 (83.3) |
| Average high °C (°F) | 10.7 (51.3) | 12.4 (54.3) | 15.6 (60.1) | 18.5 (65.3) | 19.3 (66.7) | 19.8 (67.6) | 19.6 (67.3) | 20.0 (68.0) | 19.8 (67.6) | 19.5 (67.1) | 17.1 (62.8) | 14.0 (57.2) | 17.2 (63.0) |
| Average low °C (°F) | 1.5 (34.7) | 2.9 (37.2) | 5.7 (42.3) | 8.8 (47.8) | 10.6 (51.1) | 12.8 (55.0) | 13.4 (56.1) | 13.4 (56.1) | 12.4 (54.3) | 10.5 (50.9) | 6.3 (43.3) | 3.8 (38.8) | 8.5 (47.3) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −7.2 (19.0) | −6.4 (20.5) | −4.8 (23.4) | 0.0 (32.0) | 1.4 (34.5) | 6.6 (43.9) | 3.9 (39.0) | 8.0 (46.4) | 6.2 (43.2) | 3.2 (37.8) | −4.4 (24.1) | −4.6 (23.7) | −7.2 (19.0) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 13.5 (0.53) | 14.0 (0.55) | 30.8 (1.21) | 76.9 (3.03) | 137.9 (5.43) | 466.0 (18.35) | 656.7 (25.85) | 528.2 (20.80) | 379.7 (14.95) | 59.1 (2.33) | 14.4 (0.57) | 2.9 (0.11) | 2,380 (93.70) |
| Average rainy days | 1.1 | 1.5 | 2.8 | 6.8 | 10.5 | 18.8 | 22.9 | 21.7 | 14.9 | 2.9 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 105.3 |
| Average relative humidity (%) (at 17:30 IST) | 81 | 78 | 75 | 78 | 88 | 93 | 94 | 92 | 90 | 84 | 75 | 74 | 84 |
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 167.4 | 141.3 | 145.7 | 147.0 | 151.9 | 72.0 | 77.5 | 102.3 | 96.0 | 167.4 | 189.0 | 189.1 | 1,646.6 |
| Mean daily sunshine hours | 5.4 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 3.3 | 3.2 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.1 | 4.5 |
TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN DARJEELING :-
1.Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway also referred to as the DHR, and lovingly called the 'Darjeeling Toy Train', is a 2 feet narrow gauge train that runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling, in West Bengal, India.
A journey in the Darjeeling Toy Train has amazing sights with pleasing mountain views and pass by villages and local shops on the way.
2.Darjeeling Ropeway
The Darjeeling Ropeway finds itself as a prime attraction of Darjeeling, giving its passengers an array of divine panoramic views as they travel across the magical valley.
Today, it serves as a coveted tourist hotspot, attracting scores of tourists all year round to experience the beauty of Darjeeling's scenery in the best way possible. With 16 cable cars, each car accommodates 6 people as it travels from the North Point in Singamari to the Singla Bazaar, situated by the banks of the enchanting Ramman river, transporting passengers at an altitude of 7000 feet.
3.Batasia loop,Darjeeling
The Batasia Loop is a lush green toy train pathway that is meant to minimise the elevation of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway . The unique design of this magnificent attraction allows the track to wrap around itself through a hilltop tunnel.
One of the most enchanting aspects of the Batasia Loop is its unmatched natural beauty which is a wonderful sight to behold. Located on Hill Cart Road (NH 55), you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Darjeeling in all its verdant glory.
4.Tiger Hill
Famous for sunrise.
Lying at an altitude of 2590 meters and a distance of 13 kilometres away from the Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is most famous for its splendid sights of sunrise from where you can see the peaks of Kanchenjunga illuminate before the sun is seen at lower elevations. The magnificent view of snow-capped mountains sitting amidst cotton clouds attracts tourists to Tiger Hill from all over the country.
The starting time from Darjeeling is 3.30 AM to reach tiger hill by 4.15 AM The starting time becomes 4.15 AM in winters due to delayed sunrise time. The roads get blocked by a convoy of jeeps and cars during the peak season. To get up to the sunrise spot, it requires a short climb on foot from the parking spot.
5.HIMALAYAN MOUNTANINEERING INSTITUTE
Located in Darjeeling, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute is recognized as one of the best mountaineering institutes in the world. Established on 4th November 1954, the primary purpose of this initiative was to encourage, enhance and support the interest of the people in the sport of mountaineering, and to channel the abundant energy of the youth into a productive and self-awarding sport. Aspiring mountaineers from all over the world come to this institute to develop their skills.
The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute has trained over 45000 students including 2500 aspirants from different countries of the globe.
6.DARJEELING ROCK GARDEN
Rock Garden is an exquisite picnic spot terraced with natural fall known as Chunnu summer fall, located 10 km away from Darjeeling. It is also known as Barbotey Rock Garden which is surrounded by beautiful hill stream along with the slope covered with fascinating flower gardens and sitting arrangements at various level.
The route to Darjeeling Rock Garden also offers a delightful sight where one has to go through a scenic journey filled with rocky hills and greenery.
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