Hill stations of West Bengal with their grand beauty of feral nature and unparalleled adventure opens new gateways to relaxation.

Nestled in the foothills of Eastern Himalayas, West Bengal hill stations like Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Mirik are the greatest asset for vacation in India. The untamed nature along with unmatched escapades will take you an exotic vacation that you have never experienced before.

History of West Bengal Hills

In the early medieval Era Bengal was the empire of Gupta dynasty. The modern period began with the advent of British. Sher Shah Suri built the remarkable Grand Trunk Road in the 13th century and it connects all the four corners of India.  

Tourism in West Bengal Hills

With snow covered mountains and feral landscapes, hidden in the foothills of Eastern Himalayas are the West Bengal hill stations that offer you a unique vacation amidst snow-covered mountains, gardens full with pinks, peaches and fuchsia colours and the raw nature to grapple with. Darjeeling is one of the most popular place to visit in India, especially for the world-famous Darjeeling tea, exported around the globe. Other points of interest include Kalimpong and Mirik.

Darjeeling, at an altitude of 2134 m and 665 km from Kolkata has been an important and favourite hill station since time immemorial. Enjoy the magnificence and splendour of Kanchenjunga Mountain while sipping on a hot cup of Darjeeling Tea. Visitors flock on the Tiger Hill to enjoy the sun arising from the world's third highest peak - Mt. Kanchenjunga.   

The breathtaking views and picturesque landscapes not only make Darjeeling a famous hill station but also the way to reach it. Hop on a toy train commencing from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling, and absorb the mesmerizing views of Eastern Himalayas. This World Heritage Site offers the quaint tea gardens and Buddhist Monasteries that add calmness to the hustle-bustle of this hill station.

Kalimpong, at an altitude of 1247 m, situated on the northern part of West Bengal shares border with North Eastern State of Sikkim. River Teesta flows under the valley and a bridge over it connects Deola Hill with Durpin Hall. Churches and Buddhist Monasteries add to the reverence of this exquisite hill station.

Points of interest like Dr. Graham's Home is a charismatic school built in 1900s and even today holds the same legacy of yesteryears.  Pamper your senses with the exotic Orchids from the flower market, famous throughout West Bengal. Another attraction is the Bhutanese Monastery that dates back to 1692.

Mirik with its picturesque landscape and close proximity to Darjeeling (49 Km) is fast budding into a major tourist destination. Situated at an altitude of 1767 m, it has a lake adorning the centre of Mirik and offers you a splendid opportunity to take a ride on pony or indulge in fishing and boating. It is a popular picnic destination for the locales as well. It is preferred base for trekking into Himalayas.

Sandakphu at an altitude of 3636 m is a paradise for adventure seekers. Trek to the highest point here and absorb the enchanting views of the Himalayan Range. The thundering River Teesta offers an excellent opportunity for river rafting. Sandakphu is the only place on the planet that entails Rhododendron and Silver fir forests. To reach Sandakphu, you can choose to trek for 12 hours from Maneybhanjan or hire a Landrover.