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Destination KALIMPONG

Kalimpong is a hill station in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is located at an average elevation of 1,250 meters (4,101 ft). The town is the headquarters of the Kalimpong subdivision, a part of the district of Darjeeling. The Indian Army's 27 Mountain Division is located on the outskirts of the town. Kalimpong is known for its educational institutions many of which were established during the British colonial period. It used to be a gateway in the trade between Tibet and India prior to China's annexation of Tibet and the Sino-Indian War. Kalimpong and neighboring Darjeeling were major centers calling for a separate Gorkhaland state in the 1980s. There has been a Rotary club in Kalimpong since 1993. Kalimpong, located on a ridge overlooking the Teesta River, is a tourist destination owing to its temperate climate and proximity to popular tourist locations in the region. Horticulture is also important to Kalimpong: it has a flower market notable for its wide array of orchids; nurseries, which export Himalayan grown flower bulbs, tubers and rhizomes, contribute to the economy of Kalimpong. Home to ethnic Nepalis, indigenous ethnic groups and non-native migrants from other parts of India, the town also is a religious centre of Buddhism. The Buddhist monastery Zang Dhok Palri Phodang holds a number of rare Tibetan Buddhist scriptures. The Kalimpong Science Centre, established under the DGHC (Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council) in 2008 is a recent tourist attraction. The Science Centre, which provides for scientific awareness among the school students of the town and the locals, is located on the Deolo Hill on the way to the Deolo tourist lodge.

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Delo Hill
Deolo Hill, located at an altitude of around 5500 feet, is Kalimpong’s highest point that offers most spectacular views of the region. On one side, you will see the buzzing town, nearby villages, the mighty Kanchenjunga and the vast Relli Valley while on the other, you will see the Teesta River meandering its way beautifully. On a clear day, you can also see the snow-clad mountains of west Sikkim from here. It won’t be wrong to say that Deolo Hill offers a 360-degree view of Kalimpong and the neighbouring region. Besides, the gardens at Deolo are well manicured and full of exotic varieties of flowers. No wonder, the parks are a popular picnic spot for tourists as well as locals.

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Mangal Dham Temple
In the year 1940, our beloved Guruji Shir Mangaldasji Maharaj arrived at Kalimpong. Little had he realized that this place would create a profound impact on his mind. The impact was so deep that he decided to select this place for unfolding his cherished dreams

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Rafting at Labarbotey
If you are sporty and are in love with adventure sports, you should definitely try out river rafting in River Teesta. Located in Labarbotey near Kalimpong, this reverberating river froths down the steep hills and stretches with varying rapids. Slide into an inflatable raft and drift down the river to witness the enchanting beauty of glacial hills and mountain greens around the river. Face the challenge posed by the river along with its dimensional rapids on the way. Swish past them safely and experience the thrill of speed in waters. Witness the huge boulders, feel the hurling current and hear the gurgle of the raging river.

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Morgan House
Located atop Durpin Dara, one of the two hills surrounding Kalimpong, Morgan House is a mansion built by Mr. and Mrs. Morgan in the 1930s. It is an archetypal example of colonial architecture. What makes visiting this gorgeous piece of construction even better is that it is surrounded by legends of it being Haunted! It has been converted into a lodge for tourists and is under the administration of the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation. There is ample opportunity of visual feast on undulating hillocks, colorful sunsets as one get to see the valleys of Relli, Kapher, Deolo and Labha in various directions.