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DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
दार्जिलिंग
দার্জিলিং

Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Oct 06 2023 (07:34)
Darjeeling Railway Station is nestled in the heart of Darjeeling, West Bengal, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas. This historic station boasts three platforms, providing connections to various destinations in the region. Travelers can enjoy the charm of a bygone era with its Victorian architecture and experience the iconic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tourism

**The Mahakal Temple:** A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
**The Buddhist Monastery:** Offers stunning views of the Himalayas and a serene atmosphere.
**The St. Andrew's Church:** A historic church with beautiful architecture.
**The Peace Pagoda:** A symbol of peace and tranquility, offering panoramic views of Darjeeling.
**The Batasia Loop:** A scenic loop on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, with a war memorial.

Food

**Keventers:** Popular for its refreshing milkshakes, ice creams, and snacks.
**The Glenary's:** Known for its traditional British-style breakfast and lunch.
**The Himalayan Restaurant:** Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes with local flavors.
**The Momo Hut:** Serves delicious and affordable Tibetan momos in various flavors.
**The Darjeeling Tea Lounge:** A perfect spot to enjoy a cup of Darjeeling tea with snacks.

Station Address

NH - 110 Hill Cart Road, Limbugaon, District - Darjeeling. Pincode - 734101.
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 2073 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-5
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar


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Rating: 4.3/5 (34 votes)
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Oct 03 (08:56)   DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
kirk781^~   4454 blog posts
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Image of the Darjeeling Hill Railway from CN Traveler. Full article here click here
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Sep 30 (13:34)   DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
kirk781^~   4454 blog posts
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An image of Darjeeling Hill Railway taken from CNN Traveler. Couple of more images and short article here : click here
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Aug 26 (22:16)   DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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On 23rd August 2024, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) entered its 144th Glorious Year of Service. It was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 5th December, 1999.

In Frame: The evening Steam ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom departing Batasia Loop closely followed by its diesel counterpart. One can also see a NDM-6 banker attached to the steam service.
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Aug 01 (17:15)   52540/Darjeeling - New Jalpaiguri (Toy Train) Passenger | DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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ceasar80   89 blog posts
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Trip compilation on the Darjeeling to New Jalpaiguri toy train in AC Chair Car.
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Jul 18 (22:47)   52540/Darjeeling - New Jalpaiguri (Toy Train) Passenger | DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
WorldTraveller
WorldTraveller   275 blog posts
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Looks like this train is regularly getting cancelled recently. I have my journey planned next week. Can anyone let me know why is it getting cancelled ? What are the chances that it might get cancelled next week ?
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