Kalimpong

Hill Station

West Bengal

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History
Places to visit
How to reach

Kalimpong doesn’t fail to capture the essence of nature’s beauty in the truest sense. Here, you get to experience the panoramic valleys, the local architecture, the culture, and everything in between which is just spellbinding.

Located on the foothills of Shivalik ranges at an altitude of about 1250 m this area was ruled by the Bhutanese people till the 19th century.

Best Time to Visit Kalimpong

If you want to explore something unique and spectacular then a visit to Kalimpong won’t disappoint you. The best time to visit Kalimpong is between the months of March to May or between September and November. This is a very apt time to travel here and relish the scenery with your loved ones.

History of Kalimpong

As per historical records, Kalimpong was ruled by the Bhutanese and Sikkimese kings until the 19th century. For instance, it was in the early 1700s, that the king of Bhutan had won this region in a battle against the Sikkimese people and renamed it Kalimpong.

Then there was another war in 1864 between Britishers and Bhutanese people in which the Britishers had emerged victorious. Soon after the war, Kalimpong was added to Darjeeling in 1866. Thus, since then, Kalimpong became a subdivision of the Darjeeling district. However, then in 2017, it was officially made a separate district.

Best Places To Visit In Kalimpong

1. Durpin Dara Hill

If you want to witness the panoramic views of Kalimpong and the snow-capped mighty Himalayan mountains then you should definitely go to this hill. Apart from the lush views of nature, you also get to explore the Golf Course, Zang Dhok Palri Monastery and so much more here.

2. Morgan House

This house was built by Mr. and Mrs. Morgan in the 1930s. It is a famous colonial architecture of those times and is famous for its haunted stories. Currently, it has been converted into a lodge for local and foreign tourists alike.

3. Deolo Hill

Situated at an elevation of about 2,000 m, this place is a must-visit for any travel enthusiast. If you want to see the unending views of mountains and the infinite sky then do visit here. You wouldn’t want to go away after witnessing the sunset and sunrise from Deolo Hill.

How to Reach Kalimpong

Kalimpong is a beautiful hill station in West Bengal. To reach here you will need to cover a total distance of about 1,524, 2,363, 632, 2,572 km from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru respectively. Check out the following details on how you can reach Kalimpong.

By Air

The nearest airport is the Bagdogra Airport (IXB) in Siliguri situated about 70-80 km away. The airport caters to both domestic and international flights. It is majorly operated as a civil enclave at the AFS Bagdogra of the Indian Air Force. This airport has overall good flight connectivity with various Indian cities via direct and connecting flights. From the airport consider booking a taxi or some other means of transportation to reach your destination.

Here is a list of Indian cities from where flights are available to Kalimpong

By Train

The nearest train station from Kalimpong is New Jalpaiguri, which is situated about 70-80 km away. It was established in the 1960s and is considered as an A1 category station with good facilities for tourists and passengers. The New Jalpaiguri Station is considered as the largest as well as the busiest railhead in entire North-Eastern India and has been given the 10th rank in terms of hygiene and cleanliness as per the survey of 2016. After deboarding at the station, you will need to cover the remaining distance by some means of local transportation.

By Road

Depending upon your location, you can consider travelling to Kalimpong via motorable networks of roadways and national highways. For travelling, you can either take state-run buses or a taxi, as per your comfort and budget availability. However, if you want to travel at your own pace then nothing can beat the fun of travelling in your own vehicle.

From Patna - 524 km via NH27
From Jalpaiguri - 118 km via NH10
From Darjeeling - 50 km via Rishi Road

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalimpong

Q. What are the top tourist attractions in Kalimpong?
A. Some of the top tourist attractions in Kalimpong include Durpin Dara Hill, Zong Dog Palri Fo Brang Gompa, Kali Mandir, and Deolo Hill.

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