Kalimpong
Kalimpong
General Information
It is also called Kalimpong in local dialect meaning “black spur”. As per the Lepchas Kalimpong means ‘Ridge Where we play’. It is said that these local tribesman used to organise field sports while not engaged in agricultural pursuit.
Situated at an altitude of 1250 meters it enjoys temperate climate throughout the year. Somewhat secluded and tucked away in the corner under the big Darjeeling umbrella, Kalimpong offers a quite and relaxed holiday against the backdrop of Kanchenjunga.
The journey from Darjeeling to Kalimpong is a beautiful experience. The road drops from Ghoom 7407ft., to Teesta Bazar 700 ft. in 12km and passes through lush green forests and tea gardens. One can stop at the view point of ‘Lovers Meet’ from where the confluence of river Teesta and Rangeet can be seen. One can travel direct to Siliguri from Kalimpong and this road follows the river Teesta from the hills till it emerges into the plains of Siliguri.
Area : | 3.5 Sq. miles |
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Altitude : | 1250 metres (4100 ft) |
Population : | 40,000 (approx) |
Rainfall : | 86.20 inch (Yearly) |
Language : | English, Gorkha, Bengali & Hindi |
Climate : | Summer : 27°C Max – Min 17.2°C |
Winter : | 15°C Max – Min 7.2 °C |
Kalimpong places of interest
Dr. Graham’s Homes School
A unique educational institution started in 1900 by Dr. John Anderson Graham, a missionary with six orphans. The School, situated in a 500 acre estate on the slopes of Kalimpong’s highest hill, Delo, has today strength of well over 700 boys and girls, who are accommodated in small cottages in a picturesque setup. It has its own dairy, poultry and bakery. Every year in the month of May the school organizes “Mayfair”. A Day’s visit there can be enthralling.
Durpindara:
It is the highest point in Kalimpong accessible by car. It offers a breath-taking view of the plains and the mighty Teesta.
Gouripur House
(New Co-operative Training institute) Situated about 2km from the town on the way to Durpin Dara. Gouripur House was one of the favourite haunts of poet Rabindranath Tagore. He stayed there on his many visits to Kalimpong.
Lolay Goan/ Kaffer
Situated at the height of 5200 ft. and 56 km from Kalimpong, rich in flora and fauna has dense virgin forest. The view of Kalimpong town from here is surperb. However the complete view of Kanchanjunga Range is best viewed from here.
Lava:
Situated 32 km from Kalimpong, a small town at the height of 6500 ft. rich in flora and fauna and suitable for natural excursions, bird watching and wild life.
Flower Nurseries
Kalimpong is famous for its nurseries which export exotic flowers like Amaryllis Lilies, Anthuriums, Roses, Gerbera, Dahilias, Gladiolias as well as Orchids and Cacti. Some important nurseries are: Brindaban Garden Nursery, Ganesh Mani Pradhan Nursery, L.B.Pradhan Nursery, Pinewood Nursery, standard Nursery, Shangrila Garden Nursery, Twin Brothers Nursery, Universal Nursery and others.
Kalimpong Tour Packages
KALIMPONG, GANGTOK, & DARJEELING : DURATION: (6 NIGHTS/7 DAYS)
BAGDOGRA TO KALIMPONG
Meet and greet at airport/njp and transfer to Kalimpong a beautiful hill Town in a peaceful environment and on the way , enjoy the breath taking view of teesta river which flows along the roadside . it takes 2.5 hrs to reach . check in hotel and evening visit Kalimpong Market by walking (closed at 7 pm) overnight stay.
KALIMPONG SIGHTSEEING |
GANGTOK LOCAL SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast enjoy Gangtok sightseeing, Banjhakri Water falls , flower show , Chorten Stupa, Tibetology, Ropeway ride (Cable car), rumtek monastery , himalayan zoological park , hanuman tok c , tashi view point , ganesh tok , fambong lho scantuary , enchey monastery et and later back to the hotel and enjoy evening walk in and around gangtok town . over night stay
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO LAKE AND BABA MANDIR
After breakfast, start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake which is located 12,400 ft and the actual name of the tsomgo lake is TSO GO , meaning “ above the lake “ given by the yak herders , who in one time use to dwell above the lake . the tsomgo lake is situated very close to the kyongnosla alpine sanctuary and falls in the sub –alpine zone . the lake lies in a depression and is surrounded by high rocky cliffs on both sides. The lake is frozen during between november and march , most of the tourist and local people worship during “guru poornima”. Tsomgo lake is 35 kms from gangtok . Next stop is Baba Mandir which is located at 13,200 ft, which is 60 kms one way from Gangtok city. Baba Mandir lies between the nathula and jelep –la- pass was built in the memory of sepoy harbhajan singh of 23 rd punjab regiment . today it is a place of pilgrimage for the service personal as well as the civilians and the tourist . Overnight stay at Gangtok. (In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.) overnight stay.
TRANSFER TO DARJEELING
After breakfast enjoy your journery back to darjeeling Known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, it has a steep and curve roads which rides up the hills and gives u a glimpse of two gaint rivers of rangit and teesta which joins into one , and as soon as u reach to a certain height , you could find a breathtaking tea estate which falls on the hill side . Darjeeling is one of the most famous hill stations in the world. Check-in at the hotel overnight stay.
DARJEELING SIGHTSEEING
Early in the morning before dawn at 4 am proceed to Tiger Hill to watch the breathtaking sunrise and its reflection rays over the Khancendzonga Ranges. On the way back Visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery back to hotel at 7 am. After Freshen up and breakfast at the hotel visit to Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoological Park and Tenzing Rock, Tea Garden, Japanese Temple, Refugee self help centre and ropeway, overnight stay Darjeeling. Enjoy the rest of the evening for shopping
DARJEELING TRANSFER TO NJP/BAGDOGRA
After breakfast proceed to Mirik lake 2 hours driving distance on the way visit Thurbu Tea garden, and beautiful valley, visit Pashupati (India-Nepal Boarder), Mirik lake, boating and horse riding After lunch transfer to Bagdogra/njp, Tour end at this point and boarding with sweet memory of Northeast.
Kalimpong Hotels
For Hotel Booking in Kalimpong Pl. Contact : +09749987557 / 09832483695