The place which literally translates to “land of the white orchids”; serenity here is a given. The area is also full of beautiful tea gardens, and year-round vegetation on the hill slopes. You also get magnificent views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Kabru and Jannu. And of course there is the world renowned Darjeeling Himalayan Railways that rejoices everyone with its presence.

Let’s jump on the toy train at Kurseong

The one thing that catches your eyes insanely is the might TV tower standing atop the hill. As if it’s looking over and protecting its people.

Panoramic view of the town

And protect it should. As one of the sightseeing places of Kurseong also comes on the list of “Most haunted places of India”. But I think it’s fair, the forest is quite serene, moist and always misty. Making it a perfect residence for spirits.

Amid the tall trees of Dow Hill

Further down the Dow Hill are tea valley which is another noteworthy attribute of Darjeeling and Kurseong. But the view doesn’t stop’s there, apart from the tea estate you also get a mesmerising view of misty mountains, rivers and Siliguri planes.

Get lost in the tea estates of Kurseong

Misty mountains, rivers and Siliguri plains

Kurseong falls en route to Darjeeling, so make sure to make a pit stop at Kurseong. The quaint hill is a great destination with its sleepy town and one with some great vibrant, natural surroundings.

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