Offbeat Places To Visit In Darjeeling: part 1

Tiger Hill :

At an altitude of 2590 meters and 13 km away from Darjeeling, Tiger Hill offers a magnificent view of the mountains. Tiger Hill is eminently known for its splendid sights of the early morning sunrise where you can witness a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together. The place has earned worldwide fame for the breathtaking view of the sunrise over the “Kanchenjunga” and the great eastern Himalayan Mountains. The world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, can also be viewed from here. The first shot of sunlight at dawn shading upon the twin peaks painting the snow-clad mountains in pale orange is something you just can’t miss. It is perhaps the most splendid experience you can have, while in Darjeeling. The wonderful view of snow-capped mountains sitting among cotton clouds draws in travelers to Tiger Hill from throughout the world that you would not like to miss at any cost.

Tinchuley :

Located at a distance of about 32 km from Darjeeling, Tinchuley is an offbeat hamlet situated close to the West Bengal-Sikkim border. Tinchuley attracts off-beat nature lovers and it is the latest secret eco-friendly travel destination in Darjeeling. This eco-friendly destination with tea Gardens, Orange Orchard, and majestic Mt. Kanchenjunga makes it the most promising eco-village and one of the key destinations in village tourism in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. Tinchuley lies on the laps of nature and has a variety of sightseeing to offer where you can take a walk through the jungle trail or can dip your feet into the cool Teesta water. If you are a bird lover you could sit in the jungle and listen to the soft chirping of birds. Not only the Mt. Kanchenjunga but also the Teesta running amidst the forest is a great view for photography lovers. Tinchuley is the dream destination for those who are looking for something spiritual out of their travel. Its gorgeous mountainscape and serene cultivated lands attest to that. So if you’re seeking something of exactly that nature, then you know where to be!

Sandakphu Peak :

Sandakphu Peak (11,941 Feet) is the highest peak in West Bengal, near the Indo-Nepal border. Sandakphu epitomizes the wild elemental grandeur of the snows. Nature here is at its pristine best, and the vista at the top is worth all the hardship endured on the way. The best view possible is of mountain Kanchendzonga where you can reach the peak either by car or trekking. The trek is a beautiful 51 km long way up the hill, starting from Manebhanjan. Aptly called the Paradise of Trekkers, the peak is a vantage point from where you can see four of the world’s five highest peaks – Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and Lhotse – in a continuous snow-clad arc. Sandakphu is not only the most popular trek in West Bengal but it is also one of the best treks in Eastern India. So, don’t miss trekking to this amazing peak because this place is a paradise for nature lovers.

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