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Places To Visit In Kalimpong
Lepcha Museum
Lepcha Museum is an initiative to preserve the culture and values of the Lepcha tribe that resides in the areas around Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sikkim, Nepal and Bhutan. The museum has relics and objects of everyday use like articles of worship, musical instruments, handicrafts items, manuscripts etc. all used by the Lepcha people.
Morgan House
Located in the verdant greens of Kalimpong, Morgan House is a mansion built by Mr. and Mrs. Morgan in the 1930s. It is an archetypal example of colonial architecture in Kalimpong. 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. Located near the New Jalpaiguri Railway Station, this destination lies right in the lap of nature and is easily accessible as well. The undulating hillocks, colorful sunsets, and a the charm of an old colonial town surround you as you make Morgan House your home.
Morgan House is situated on the sixteenth-acre estate on top of the Durpindara Mountain. It lies at a distance of 3 km from the town of Kalimpong and gives a clear view of the Kangchenjunga range. Kalimpong cantonment area surrounds the mansion and provides a view of the Relli, Kapher, Deolo as well as Labha valleys.
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Nature Interpretation Centre, Kalimpong
Linking humans to nature, this centre established and managed by forest department conducts research on the impact of human activities on the Environment. The museum contains information, pictures, photographs and books on ecology and environment.
Neora Valley National Park
Established in 1986, Neora Valley National Park finds itself in the Kalimpong district of West Bengal. Spreading over an area of 88 sq km, it is one of the richest biological zones in eastern India. It gets its name from the river Neora that flows through it. Due to the luxurious growth of forest cover, many areas in the park are still inaccessible. This untouched destination becomes an adventurous place for nature lovers and trekkers who wish to explore its wilderness.
Neora Valley, also known as the land of the elegant red panda, belongs to a pristine natural habitat which lies undisturbed in hilly terrain. Due to its diverse flora and fauna, it is one of the essential wildlife zones. The park has mixed species of flora that include bamboo, oak, ferns, sal, etc. along with a wide variety of fauna such as Hodgson's Hawk Cuckoo, Jerdon's Baza, Bay Woodpecker, Golden-throated Barbet, and many more. The place is heavenly blessed with an abundance of beauty. The growth here is so enormous that there are even spots where sunlight finds it difficult to touch the ground. The lush green valley and meandering streams make it an exotic location. You must pay a visit!
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Teesta River Rafting
Teesta River with its green surroundings is the best choice for Rafting in Kalimpong. The rafting trips in Teesta river starts mostly at Melli Bridge and culminate at Geilkhola in Kalimpong. Get ready for the excitement and roller coaster rapids on the Teesta River exploring the mesmerizing beauty of North East region of India.
Ringking Farm
Famous as a farm Bungalow built by the British, Ringking farm on the Himalayan foothills popular for a resort holiday and trekking.
Sericulture Research Institute
Known for its research in sericulture and is a place for breeding the silkworms, it works closely with the farmers in developing self-help groups and in the cultivation and sale of different stages of silk production.
St.Theresa Catholic Church
Built by local craftsmen the church resembles a Bhutanese Gompa(monastery) and it is built in Tibetan architectural design. While the walls are enriched with paintings and inscriptions from the Bible the doors of the church have carvings which resemble tashi tagye (the 8 auspicious symbols of the Himalayan Buddhism).
One can also view scenic Himalayan ranges from the church.
Teesta Bazar
One can shop for all kinds of commodities from this market including many handicraft items and artifacts, variety of wares from China, Tibet and Bhutan.
The local items like thankas, daggers, tea cups, footwear and lanterns are also available here. one can also pick Copper and Silver ware, Jewelry items, fruits, vegetables and cloths.
Tharpa Choeling Gompa
Founded in 1912 Tharpa Choeling Monastery is situated at the Tirpai Hills in Kalimpong and is one of the oldest gompas here. The monastery is famous for housing several ancient scriptures and other literary works.
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