Places of Interest in Kalimpong
Durpin Dara :
It is the highest point in Kalimpong accessible by car. It offers a breath-taking
view of the plains and the mighty Teesta.
Kalimpong Market :
Your visit to Kalimpong won’t be complete unless you spend several hours
or better still, several days at the two Kalimpong bazars, one on the Main Road,
the other near the 10th mile. It is a unique experience to see villagers turning
up in their local costume at the bazars on weekly market days to sell their
farm products.
Thongsha Gumpha :
1 km from town. Situated at 10th mile this monastery of Bhutanese origin is
built in the year 1630 and it is the oldest monastery in this region.
Kalibari :
Kalibari is about 2 km from town Huge statue of Goddess Kali, the main deity
of this temple.
7th Mile View Point :
3 km from the town on the way to Teesta Bazar. A panoramic view of Teesta Rangeet
Valley can be seen from here.
Flower Nurseries :
Kalimpong is famous for its nurseries which export exotic flowers like Amaryllis
LiLies, Anthuriums, Roses, Gerbera, dahlias, gladiolas 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.
Tharpa Cholling Monastery :
It is situated at Tirpai Hill and built around 1937 belongs to Gelupka Sect
to which the present Dalai Lama belongs.
Pedong Monastery :
26 Km from Kalimpong and was established in 1837.
Rissisum :
Excursion & Picnic Spot, 20 Km form Kalimpong enroute Lava and situated
at an altitude of 6410 ft. glorious view of the mountains can be obtained from
this point and a beautiful picnic spot.
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