Darjeeling: 5 Must-Visit Places

You can never get enough of Darjeeling. Although a small and quaint hill town, Darjeeling awaits travellers with fascinations beyond their wildest imaginations.

Sure, Darjeeling is popular for its charismatic tea, London-like weather, and wildest monsoons, but what about the town’s less-explored places, Colonial establishments that exude historical past, and picture-perfect nature parks?

Here are 5 places in Darjeeling (which many may not know of) are worth visiting:

1. Chowrasta

Chowrasta (or crossroads) is one of the most popular places to visit in Darjeeling. Start off your Darjeeling tour by visiting Chowrasta. It’s a guarantee that you’ll get fascinated by the lively vibe in Chowrasta. You can visit Chowrasta during any time of the day, but the best timing would be early morning or evening.

2. Shrubbery NightingalePark

Shrubbery Nightingale Park is the quintessential nature park in Darjeeling. It’s one place in Darjeeling you shouldn’t miss out visiting. The landscaped gardens bestow a surreal beauty to the park. Here, you’ll get the opportunity to treat your eyes with breathtaking views of emerald green tea plantation enveloping sloping hill terrains. Also, the wide variety of plants and trees in the park make up for instagrammable moments.

3. Peace Pagoda

Find your inner peace by paying a visit to Peace Pagoda. Here’s one way to make the most out of your visit: take an uphill walk from the town, you’ll enjoy more than reaching Peace Pagoda by car. The place is often secluded and quiet, and is surrounded by lush greenery – a perfect recipe to relax and rejuvenate.

4. Singamari

A popular locality in Darjeeling, Singamari is located downtown. Here, you can visit Darjeeling ropeway and take a cable car ride and enjoy a thrilling experience. You can double up your visit to Singamari as morning or evening walk.

5. Mall Road

Many tourists and travellers alike do visit Chowrasta but not fully explore Mall Road which is connected to the place. Taking a stroll in Mall Road is a different experience altogether; you’ll come across shops selling souvenirs, clothing at jaw-dropping discounts, and instant snacks and munchies.

Book your stay at Windamere Hotel to enjoy to the fullest in Darjeeling

What’s a better way to fun up your visit to Darjeeling than to make your stay in a Colonial hotel? Embrace Darjeeling’s English charm at Windamere Hotel, the best hotel in Darjeeling near Mall Road. For further information, visit http://windamerehotel.com.