Being Closer to Himalayas

As I have visited Kolkata multiple times, there was always the urge to visit Darjeeling, but the same never happened. This time, we decided to make a trip in that direction after reaching the capital of West Bengal. We booked a Goibibo trip which could be well-customized. After reaching the place and until leaving, it was a spectacular journey. There was the complementary lunch at Singalila Club of Bagdogra which was among the best of food we had with a great ambience. The staff especially Risharth proved to be very helpful in making the experience better. The transportation was very smooth and the accommodation provided at Mount Conifer Suites and Spa was too good with an upgrade and once again great complementary breakfast. The location also provided to be perfect for shopping, and Rink Mall with cinemas, Dominos, Reliance supermarket and INOX along with nice local markets nearby.

As I had expected, the best experience of the journey was indeed the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) which added Batasia Loop and Ghum Museum, two of the best-looking areas around. The railways journey with the view is one of its kind. The Happy Valley Tea Museum served its purpose really well too. The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute with the zoon and the park makes a fine walk with a small group of cheap shops and the option to take your photos in traditional clothing. Along with the Peace Pagoda and the Japanese Buddhist Temple, there are other temples including the ones at Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre and Ghum, which adds some peaceful atmosphere. The place is also not short of its churches. Noor The Biryani House and Sumi Nom Nom Bakery with Korean Cafe were the places we preferred for food along with the street options. Then there is Glenary’s, the oldest and the most impressive bakers around, a must-try for foodies who also get a fine view of the natural beauty from there. All these made a fine memory for us, which we will recollect to inspire more visits to the same direction.