10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

The word 'Darjeeling' is made up of two distinct languages from Tibetan ancestry, “Dorje ” and “ Ling ”. It means, “ the earth where there is Thunderbolt ”. Popularly considered to be the ”Queen of the Hills”, Darjeeling city of India is situated at an altitude of 2134 meters above sea level. With the rolling mountains, the audacity of this place is amazing. But there are many interesting riddle places in this city that make it a wonderful city. So, here are the 10 Interesting facts of Darjeeling city.

10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

1. Happy Valley Tea Estate.

The widely known Darjeeling tea is native to the Darjeeling town in the Indian state of West Bengal. The tea has been cultivated, grown and produced in the Darjeeling area in the 19th century. 96 % of Darjeeling tea that is produced is exported to overseas markets such as Japan, Russia, the United States, UK, Netherlands, Germany and France. In 2010, 4067 million kilograms of Darjeeling tea was exported worldwide. The unending lush tea gardens in Darjeeling appear to be like heaven. Happy Valley Tea Estate which was established in the year 1854 is among the most beautiful tea gardens in the world. Darjeeling is famous for its tea and agricultural industries. A fun fact about high quality Darjeeling tea is that it is popularly known as the "champagne of tea". It is the first riddle of Darjeeling.

2. Darjeeling Toy Train.

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a part of the UNESCO world heritage sites. The famous narrow gauge train also known as the ‘Darjeeling Toy Train’ which is one of the most iconic attractions in the city. The train transverses through some of the most picturesque locations among the Himalayas and is one of the few railways to utilize the steam engine locomotive. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is also known as DHR. 'Darjeeling Toy Train' runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling in West Bengal, India. This railway line was constructed during the years 1879 to 1881. This 78-km railway line was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in the year 1999.

10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

3. Tiger Hill Station, Darjeeling.

Tiger hill station which is 13 km from Darjeeling, situated at an altitude of 2590 meters above sea level. Tiger Hill is one of the most spectacular spots famous for Sunrise Point from where you can have a wonderful view of the sunrise from the peaks of Kanchenjunga. Here is the clear vision of sunrise can be noticed. The most interesting thing about Tiger Hill is the peak of Ghoom and the snow-capped mountains, which attract a large number of tourists to Tiger Hill. Tiger Hill remains more popular for family holidays and honeymoon couples, Which is one of the most popular and attractive places to visit in Darjeeling.

4. Batasia Loop.

It is one of the most picturesque train routes in Darjeeling. It is a naturally green train route designed to reduce the height of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Among the most interesting aspects of the Batasia Loop is its unmatched natural beauty, which offers amazing views. The purpose behind the construction of Batasia Loop in Ghoom, located about 5 kilometers from Darjeeling, is to make the Darjeeling area easy for navigation. The view of the snowy hills of Kanchan Janga can also be seen from here.

10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

5. Darjeeling Rangit Valley Ropeway.

Darjeeling tourist destinations are known as the most picturesque hill station in the world. In Darjeeling, from the beautiful landscaped mountains to the splendid tea as well as the beautiful plains of the verandah, the visions are in front of you and tourists are seen enjoying it. But, walking through the ropeway, is very pleasant to see the magnificent places here. The Darjeeling – Rangit Valley Ropeway is the largest ropeways in Asia. A ride on this ropeway will take you to the clouds for a while. Literally as while riding on this ropeway you actually pass through the clouds. This ropeway ride is also a treat for the eyes where the sight of the wide, lush green tea gardens are seen below.

6. Nightingale Park.

It is located in the mesmerizing hill station in Darjeeling and Nightingale Park is also known as a public park. People experience the magnificent views of the mountain Kanchenjunga ranges from here. Nightingale Park was known as 'The Shrubbery' as a private courtyard in Sir Thomas Tartan's bungalow during British rule in India. Nightingale Park was closed for four years with the aim of renovating it and reopened it for tourism in the year 2011.

10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

7. Rock Garden.

Rock Garden is an excellent picnic spot in Darjeeling and is also naturally known as Chunnu Summer. It is located 10 kilometers from Darjeeling. The garden is also famous for the Barbotte Rock Garden and is surrounded by a beautiful hill stream.  Beautiful flowers and natural surroundings make this garden unique and beautiful.

8. In Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park.

In Darjeeling, populations of animals are found in large numbers. Darjeeling is also known as a beautiful zoo city and Darjeeling is believed to be a heaven for all kinds of animals. Padmaja Naidu Park is a center of attraction for animal lovers and nature enthusiasts. The park also has an off-display breeding center for snow leopards and red pandas. Apart from these, the zoo also finds Asian black bear, barking deer, leopard, blue and yellow macaw, Himalayan Wolf, Lady Amherst, leopard cat, macaw, eastern pangolin, pheasant, Himalayan monal, red jungle fowl.

10 Interesting Facts of Darjeeling.

9. Sandakphu Trek.

Darjeeling's famous Sandakphu trek is the highest peak in West Bengal, India and trekking can be enjoyed here. Sandakphu trek is located very close to Singalila National Park. Sandakphu, the highest peak in West Bengal, gives you an attractive view of four of the five highest peaks in the world including mount everest. The Sandakphu trek attracts tourists.

10. Everest Museum.

Everest Museum is a unique Museum which showcases mementos and photos of all those people who had ever been ambitious enough to climb Mount Everest. You can see in the display even the earliest mountain gears used by people while climbing the highest peak. This interesting display will definitely pump up your adrenaline and who knows you might be inspired to take some mountaineering lessons to scale the Everest.