Kalimpong is a beautiful hill station, located at an average elevation of 1,250 metres and at a distance of 50 kms from Darjeeling.
Kalimpong is a important tourist destination owing to its temperate climate, magnificent Himalayan beauty and proximity to popular tourist locations in the region. It has a flower market notable for its wide array of orchids.
Kalimpong is located at an altitude of 4,100ft. Because of its relatively lower altitude compared to Darjeeling or Gangtok, the weather is milder and pleasant for most part of the year. And therefore it suits all tourists who are looking for such pleasant weather combined with magnificent views of Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan snow peaks, sweeping landscapes and lush greenery.
Kalimpong is also renowned for its Buddhists monasteries and churches and Tibetan handicrafts etc.
This beautiful hill station overlooks the roaring Teesta River and the splendid Kanchenjunga.
Kalimpong has many hiking and trekking routes; and rafting on the Teesta River is another adventuroues activity in this region.
Kalimpong was an important point in the ancient Silk Road for the trade of fur, wool and food grains between India and Tibet. Its proximity to Nathu La and Jelep La has provided great importance to this place.
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Durpin Dara hill
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Durpin Dara hill is the prime attraction of Kalimpong. This hill offers the panoramic view of the town of Kalimpong, the snow-clad Himalayan ranges and that of Teesta river and its valleys. Durpin Dara Hill also has a golf course and the Zang Dhok Palri Monastery. There is also a famous botanical garden here.
Durpin Dara hill is the prime attraction of Kalimpong. This hill offers the panoramic view of the town of Kalimpong, the snow-clad Himalayan ranges and that of Teesta river and its valleys. Durpin Dara Hill also has a golf course and the Zang Dhok Palri Monastery. There is also a famous botanical garden here.
Deolo Hill & View point
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The towering Delo Hills is located in the north of Kalimpong. Deolo Hills are located at an elevation of around 2000 m and thus, provide a great panoramic view of Kalimpong and beautiful views of surrounding valleys, rivers and villages. The view point located here provide best view of the sunset and sunrise. There is a recreational park is situated at the top of this hill, which offers various adventure sports like paragliding, horse riding, trekking etc.
The towering Delo Hills is located in the north of Kalimpong. Deolo Hills are located at an elevation of around 2000 m and thus, provide a great panoramic view of Kalimpong and beautiful views of surrounding valleys, rivers and villages. The view point located here provide best view of the sunset and sunrise. There is a recreational park is situated at the top of this hill, which offers various adventure sports like paragliding, horse riding, trekking etc.
Pine View Nursery / Cactus Nursery
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Kalimpong nurseries specialize in cultivation of exotic beautiful flowers and export these flowers to different parts of the country. Kalimpong is known as the land of the largest number of commercial flower. The Pine View Nursery is one of the nurseries famous for exotic cactus.
Kalimpong nurseries specialize in cultivation of exotic beautiful flowers and export these flowers to different parts of the country. Kalimpong is known as the land of the largest number of commercial flower. The Pine View Nursery is one of the nurseries famous for exotic cactus.
Jang Dog Palriffo Brang Gompa / Durpin Monastery
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Durpin Monastery serves as a sample of Buddhist construction style with beautiful paintings on the walls and the sacred Kunguyar serve as an important feature of this monastery. Ths place offers peaceful and calm atmosphere along with the beauty of the Himalayan ranges.
Durpin Monastery serves as a sample of Buddhist construction style with beautiful paintings on the walls and the sacred Kunguyar serve as an important feature of this monastery. Ths place offers peaceful and calm atmosphere along with the beauty of the Himalayan ranges.
Tharpa Choeling Gompa / Geden Tharpa Choling Monastery
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Tharpa Choeling Monastery is one of the oldest gompas. It is situated at the Tirpai Hills in Kalimpong. The monastery is famous for housing several ancient scriptures and other literary works.
Tharpa Choeling Monastery is one of the oldest gompas. It is situated at the Tirpai Hills in Kalimpong. The monastery is famous for housing several ancient scriptures and other literary works.
Thongsa Gompa
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Thongsa Gompa is also known as Bhutanese Monastery. It was established in 1692, and this calm peaceful place is a perfect place for meditation.
Thongsa Gompa is also known as Bhutanese Monastery. It was established in 1692, and this calm peaceful place is a perfect place for meditation.
St.Theresa Catholic Church
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St.Theresa Catholic Church is a perfect example of blending of 2 types of architectures. It resembles a Bhutanese Gompa(monastery) and it is built in Tibetan architectural design. While the walls are enriched with paintings and inscriptions from the Bible the doors of the church have carvings which resemble tashi tagye (the 8 auspicious symbols of the Himalayan Buddhism). One can also view scenic Himalayan ranges from the church.
St.Theresa Catholic Church is a perfect example of blending of 2 types of architectures. It resembles a Bhutanese Gompa(monastery) and it is built in Tibetan architectural design. While the walls are enriched with paintings and inscriptions from the Bible the doors of the church have carvings which resemble tashi tagye (the 8 auspicious symbols of the Himalayan Buddhism). One can also view scenic Himalayan ranges from the church.
Dr. Graham’s Home
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Dr. Graham’s Home is a beautiful school in a huge campus. You can find century old infrastructure here. The roman church adds the beauty quotient of this place.
Dr. Graham’s Home is a beautiful school in a huge campus. You can find century old infrastructure here. The roman church adds the beauty quotient of this place.
Ringking Farm
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Ringking farm is a famous as a farm Bungalow built by the British. This bungalow is on the Himalayan foothills and is popular holiday resort and for trekking. The other famous bungalows in the region are - Crockety, Galingka, Morgan House.
Ringking farm is a famous as a farm Bungalow built by the British. This bungalow is on the Himalayan foothills and is popular holiday resort and for trekking. The other famous bungalows in the region are - Crockety, Galingka, Morgan House.
Rishi Road
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The Rishi Road has numerous Bhutia & Tibetan shops and many restaurants & eateries on both sides.
The Rishi Road has numerous Bhutia & Tibetan shops and many restaurants & eateries on both sides.
Teesta Bazar
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Teesta Bazar is the market hub. One can shop for all kinds of commodities from this market including many handicraft items and artifacts, variety of wares from China, Tibet and Bhutan. The local items like thankas, daggers, tea cups, footwear and lanterns are the prime attractions of this market.
Teesta Bazar is the market hub. One can shop for all kinds of commodities from this market including many handicraft items and artifacts, variety of wares from China, Tibet and Bhutan. The local items like thankas, daggers, tea cups, footwear and lanterns are the prime attractions of this market.
Lord Buddha Statue
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Close to Deolo, there is a small rock garden in which you will find this nice statue of Lord Buddha sitting in a lotus position. This is only a quick stop over point and a good place to click a picture.
Close to Deolo, there is a small rock garden in which you will find this nice statue of Lord Buddha sitting in a lotus position. This is only a quick stop over point and a good place to click a picture.
Nature Interpretation Center
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Nature Interpretation Center is a museum run by the forest department. It has many pictures and paintings of flora & fauna explaining the nature and environment of Kalimpong area.
Nature Interpretation Center is a museum run by the forest department. It has many pictures and paintings of flora & fauna explaining the nature and environment of Kalimpong area.
Jelepla View Point
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Jelepla View Point provides spectacular view of Jelepla Pass which once used to be a route for regular trade with Tibet. You can also see the confluence of river Teesta, Reang and Relli. The view point is maintained by the army.
Jelepla View Point provides spectacular view of Jelepla Pass which once used to be a route for regular trade with Tibet. You can also see the confluence of river Teesta, Reang and Relli. The view point is maintained by the army.
Durga Mandir, Hanuman Temple
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Durga Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. It is located near Sherpa View Point. There is a nice garden full of flowering plants and a viewing gallery near the temple. There is a Hanuman Temple also closeby. There is a huge statue of Lord Hanuman perched on the hill; one has to climb several steps to reach the temple.
Durga Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. It is located near Sherpa View Point. There is a nice garden full of flowering plants and a viewing gallery near the temple. There is a Hanuman Temple also closeby. There is a huge statue of Lord Hanuman perched on the hill; one has to climb several steps to reach the temple.
Mangal Dham
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Mangal Dham is an excellent temple complex built in the memory of late Guruji Mangal Dasji and dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is one of the most beautiful temples in Kalimpong. It spans over a sprawling 2 acres area and located close to Thongsa Gompa.
Mangal Dham is an excellent temple complex built in the memory of late Guruji Mangal Dasji and dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is one of the most beautiful temples in Kalimpong. It spans over a sprawling 2 acres area and located close to Thongsa Gompa.
Neora Valley National Park
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Neora Valley National Park is spread across a massive 88 square kms and is famous for housing one of the largest populations of Red Panda in India. The Neora Valley National Park is a region of rich biodiversity and is a paradise for nature and wildlife photographers.
Neora Valley National Park is spread across a massive 88 square kms and is famous for housing one of the largest populations of Red Panda in India. The Neora Valley National Park is a region of rich biodiversity and is a paradise for nature and wildlife photographers.
Other places in Kalimpong
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Other places to see in Kalimpong are Morgan House, Golf Course, Durpin Monastery, Lovers Meet View Point
Other places to see in Kalimpong are Morgan House, Golf Course, Durpin Monastery, Lovers Meet View Point
Lava
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Lava is 30 kms from Kalimpong. It is one of the few places in WB that experiences snowfall. The main attractions of Lava are birds. It is home to many monestaries, musuems, and also Neora Valley National Park. You can spot rare animals like Red Pandas. Clouded Leopards, Golden Cats, Himalayan Flying squirrels here.
Lava is 30 kms from Kalimpong. It is one of the few places in WB that experiences snowfall. The main attractions of Lava are birds. It is home to many monestaries, musuems, and also Neora Valley National Park. You can spot rare animals like Red Pandas. Clouded Leopards, Golden Cats, Himalayan Flying squirrels here.
Lolegaon
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Lolegaon is 30 kms from Kalimpong. And 12 kms from Lava. It is situated 5500 meters above sea level. The main attraction of this calm and beautiful place is the uncluttered view of Kanchenjunga.
Lolegaon is 30 kms from Kalimpong. And 12 kms from Lava. It is situated 5500 meters above sea level. The main attraction of this calm and beautiful place is the uncluttered view of Kanchenjunga.
By Air
The nearest airport is in Bagdogra near Siliguri, about 80 kms from Kalimpong.
By Train
The closest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri, on the outskirts of Siliguri, which is connected with almost all major cities of the country.
By Road
Regular bus services and hired vehicles connect Kalimpong with Siliguri and the neighbouring towns of Kurseong, Darjeeling and Gangtok.
Here are some of the important distance from Kalimpong:
Darjeeling - 50 kms
Gangtok (Sikkim) - 75 kms
Nathula - 131 kms
