Author: Inside Darjeeling

Chowrasta or the mall as is it also known is in the heart of the beautiful hill station of Darjeeling. It is one of the single most recognizable landmarks. If you ask anyone who has been to Darjeeling, what is

The quaint hill station of Kurseong lies about 30kms ahead on your way to Darjeeling. With a pleasant climate all the year round and winters much less severe than Darjeeling, Kurseong makes up for your perfect travel destination if you’re

Nestled against the scenic backdrop of the rugged Himalayan mountains of Darjeeling, the Mahakal Temple is where you can witness an amalgamation of cultures, colors, and myths. Located atop the Observatory Hill in the Mall Road area, the uphill walk

The homelands of the exotic red panda- the Singalila National Park is located on the Indo-Nepal border. This place sees tourists from all over the world; not only for its diversity of wildlife but also for its nothing-short-of-stunning views of

Barely 10 kilometers away from Darjeeling lies the Barbotey Rock Garden, a perfect retreat for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike. A hotspot among the locals as well during summers, the Rock Garden is a carefully manicured multi-level garden that

About 8 kms from the heart of Darjeeling lies the oldest Tibetan Buddhist Monastery- the Yoga Choeling Monastery, more commonly known as the Ghoom Monastery. Built in the year 1850, the Ghoom Monastery attracts visitors from all over the world

About 2 kilometers from the center of Darjeeling, is a dazzling white pagoda perched atop a hillside- the Peace Pagoda. About 100 yards away lies another structure spread over two-stories- the Japanese Temple. This was built in the year 1972

If you’re in Darjeeling and happen to miss a visit to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, well, your tour is incomplete. The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute or HMI is definitely one of the town’s must-see places and earns its worthy name in