Darjeeling conjures visions of serenity, of vibrant green hills steeped in splendor, a land of breathtaking beauty crowned by the majestic Himalayas.
Darjeeling is one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the world. This heavenly retreat is bathed in hues of every shade. The flaming red rhododendrons, the sparkling white magnolias, the miles of undulating hillsides covered with emerald green tea bushes, the exotic forests of silver fir - all under the blanket of a brilliant azure sky dappled with specks of clouds, compellingly confounds Darjeeling as the QUEEN OF HILL STATIONS.
Communication
Air:
The nearest airport Bagdogra is primarily for Darjeeling hill areas. Bagdogra is 90 kms (56 miles) from Darjeeling. Journey Time - about 3 hours.
Indian Airlines, Jet Airways operate regular services to Kolkata, Delhi & Guwahati & Patna.
Helicopter service from Bagdogra to Gangtok.
Indian Airlines N.E.P.C. Skyline Jet Airways operate regular Services to Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati.
Rail:
Apart from Darjeeling Railway Station the two closest railway stations are Siliguri (80 kms) and New Jalpaiguri (88 kms) from Darjeeling. These railway stations have direct railway connections with Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati, Varanasi and other major cities of India.
Some Direct Train services from New Jalpaiguri.
Best Season
March to mid June & September to mid December
Area
11.44 sq.kms
Altitude
2134 m
Population
345669 (90-91)
Climate
Summer:-
Maximum 14.890°C
Minimum 8.590°C
Winter:-
Maximum 6.110°C
Minimum 1.50°C
