| Location | West Bengal, India |
| Geography | Hill station; situated in the Lesser Himalayas at an altitude of about 2,042 meters (6,700 feet) above sea level |
| Famous For | Tea plantations, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train), Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Peace Pagoda |
| Climate | Mild summers, cold winters; Frequent rainfall; Pleasant climate throughout the year |
| Best Time to Visit | April to June & September to November for pleasant weather |
| Activities | Toy train rides, visiting tea gardens, trekking, mountain biking, shopping for handicrafts |
| Attractions | Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Rock Garden |
| Nearby Places | Ghoom Monastery, Kanchenjunga Mountain, Mirik, Sandakphu, Singalila National Park |
| Local Cuisine | Tibetan and Nepali cuisine – Momos, Thukpa, Tongba, Darjeeling Tea |
| Transportation | Road access from major cities; Darjeeling Himalayan Railway; nearest airport – Bagdogra Airport |
| Accommodation | Hotels, resorts, guesthouses, and homestays offering scenic views of the mountains |
| Popular Festivals | Darjeeling Carnival, Losar Festival, Tihar |
| Adventure Sports | Trekking (Singalila Ridge Trek), paragliding, river rafting in Teesta River |
| Wildlife | Red Panda, Himalayan Black Bear, various bird species; Singalila National Park’s biodiversity |
| Tea Industry | Renowned for its tea; numerous tea estates and gardens offering tours and tastings |
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