Posted by: kalpanaseo
in Travel on Dec 19, 2011
Lying more than 2000 meters above the sea level, Darjeeling is one of the most magnificent hill stations of India. Its name ‘Darjeeling’ was coined from the word Darje Ling which means the land of Thunder, thus it has been nicknamed the Land of Thunderbolts. Darjeeling was an erstwhile summer resort for the British who built this town and found it perfect for tea plantations which are still world renowned. Darjeeling is a city where oriental aura, passion, and culture come together in multiple hues. Darjeeling is not only a sightseeing spot but also a perfect site for adventure.
Home to world Heritage Site, the British built Darjeeling Himalayan Railway also called Toy train; Darjeeling is an idyllic spot for all those looking for a vacation in the lap of Nature. The land of four Ts: Toy trains, timber, tea and tourism, Darjeeling is indeed a hilly paradise draped along the high rising ridges on the lesser Himalayas (Mahabharata Range). Darjeeling is a tiny Himalayan town in West Bengal. The Mountains bordering the town give such a panoramic, magnificent view of the Kanchenjunga and the globally popular golden Sunrise that paints the twin peaks of Kanchenjunga in multiple hues and offers such breathtaking views.