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High Season : Mar - Jun

0 - 10℃

Low Season : July - Sep & Jan - Feb

20 - 30℃

Nearest Airport -IXB

Bagdogra

Nearest Train Stations -NJP

New Jalpaiguri

History

Until the beginning of the 19th century, it was controlled by the Kingdom of Sikkim. Some adjacent areas were occupied by the Kingdom of Nepal. With the arrival of the East India Company, Britain became interested in the region, which led to Darjeeling's incorporation into Britain in 1835. In 1856, Britain introduced commercial tea cultivation in the region, and it soon became a hot spot for tea production and export. Before independence, Darjeeling was a summer resort for British officials and a sanatorium for British soldiers. After India's independence in 1947, Darjeeling merged with the Indian state of West Bengal. The mountainous area was and is still inhabited by the Nepalese nation, while the Bengal community constitutes the plain. In the 1980s, the region witnessed protests and unrest in the country separated from Gurkha. In a short period of time, the protests have also become violent. In 2011, the Darjeeling Gurkha Council was replaced by the Gurkha Territorial Administration (GTA), giving the regional government more powers.

Facts & Culture

Queen of the Hill is a Himalayan city in West Bengal, India. Darjeeling is located in the middle of the downhill slope of the Himalayas and is covered by verdant green tea plantations. It is a picturesque city in West Bengal, India. The majestic Kangchenjunga (also known as Kangchenjunga) stands above this beautiful city, which is the third highest peak in the world. From Darjeeling, you can see the entire Singalila mountain range, the Kanchandzonga mountain, the Bhutan Himalayas, and a part of the Everest mountain range, commonly known as the "Queen of the Hills". The eye-catching valleys, winding rivers, and of course the lush green tea plantations are the unique features of Darjeeling. The Darjeeling culture is very diverse and unique. Dashain, Tihar, Buddha Jayanti, Christmas, Holi, Ram Navami are the main festivals. In addition, the various ethnic groups in the city also celebrate some local festivals. Buddhist ethnic groups like Lepchas, Bhutias, Sherpa, Yolmos, Gurungs, and Tamangs celebrate the New Year in January / February.

Darjeeling Town and its surroundings host cultural festivals every year. Darjeeling is considered the center of music and a hotbed for musicians and fans. Singing and playing musical instruments are common pastimes for local residents, who are proud of the role of tradition and music in cultural life.