Places to visit in and around North Bengal

Darjeeling

The name Darjeeling is said to be derived from "Dorjee Ling" (Thunder Bolt place). It is situated at an altitude of 2134m. This hill town, with its exquisite scenic beauty, attracts travellers of varied interest. This Queen of Hill station is a complete holiday destination to fulfil the utmost desires of holiday makers; Darjeeling has never failed to mesmerize its visitor's expectations more often than not ...

Sikkim

Sikkim is situated between Nepal in the west, Bhutan in the east, Tibet (China) in the north and Darjeeling (West Bengal) in the south. Sikkim is 7096 square miles in area and contains Mount Kanchendzong, the third highest peak in the world. Formerly a kingdom, since 1975 it has been a tiny land-locked state of India. Sikkim is the 22nd State of India known for its strategic location and as one of the last Himalayan "Shangri-La"...

Dooars

Dooars or Duars - The name is derived from "doors" as the region is the gateway to the whole of North East India, Bhutan and the hill stations of the Darjeeling - Sikkim region. Dooars is a place where nature has kept its doors open. It is blessed with dense natural forests, lush green tea gardens, criss-crossed by river Teesta, Raidak, Torsha, Jaldhaka, Kaljani and other rivers...

Bhutan

Bhutan, a Buddhist Kingdom on the Himalayas' Eastern Edge, is a land of monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic topography ranging from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys. In the High Himalayas, peaks such as 7,326m Jomolhari are a destination for serious trekkers. Taktsang Palphug (Tiger's Nest) monastery, a sacred site, clings to cliffs above the forested Paro Valley...

North Bengal

North Bengal can be called The Heart of West Bengal as it is full of diverse, unique places and cultures. It is a combination of many renowned cities which are full of attractive destinations. In order to know about all the attractive places and popular destinations, just click the link below where we have showcased about all the tourist places related to North Bengal...