The Land of White Orchid where time stands still.

A solitude to recover from ailments, a tranquility to enjoy trek trails. Kurseong is a quaint hill resort, secluded from tourist crowds. One can travel to its bountiful tea plantations for the exotic taste of Darjeeling tea.

History Of Kurseong

Kurseong’s history is as modest as its quiet solitude. The British empire seized this small village from the chogyal or the monarch of the Sikkim kingdom. From 1880, it became a popular holiday getaway for the colonial rulers. It was also included in the route of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, nicknamed the ‘Toy Train’ .

Tourism in Kurseong

Beautiful nature scenery

The silent seclusion of Kurseong can be enjoyed in every tour  due to its popular travel spots. Be it on the scenic trek trails, breathtaking tour spots, lush tea plantations, museums and colonial buildings, Kurseong’s quiet attractions are enchanting and rejuvenating.  The view point at Eagles’ Craig is popular for the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains, villages and terraces from the cliff perch. Another view point to take perfect snapshots is at Giddapahar where there is also a temple carved completely  out of ancient rock. This sacred place, revered by HIndus is dedicated to the Goddess Durga.

To enjoy more picturesque beauty of nature at Kurseong, tours to Bhangzang Salamander Lake will not disappoint. A favourite with the colonial rulers, it is still popular with locals from neighbouring districts. It is also a haven for a highly endangered species of salamanders. The Kettle Valley picnic spot is another lovely nature spot to travel to. Located at Dilaram tea estate on riverbank of Rinchengtong, this is one pleasurable jaunt where visitors can revel in the site’s clear waters and the snowy mountains in the background. Tea plantations are the main landscape in this quiet town and it is a must to travel to any of the luxurious tea estates and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed green tea.

Deer Park or also referred as Dow Hill park will charm wildlife lovers with rare glimpses of protected animals prance freely. Forest museum outside the Deer Park allows visitors to know about the inhabitants in the protected forest where visitors’ entry is prohibited for the sake of animals’ protection.
 

Colonial architecture

There are still numerous buildings from the British days which allow visitors a peek into the colonial past. Dowhill’s Girls’ School is located among proud pine trees. Victoria Boys’ Schools built by the British stand stall with this Victorian appearance.