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GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Dec 18 2022 (22:01)


Ghoom railway station is nestled amidst the breathtaking hills of Darjeeling, West Bengal. It's a charming station with two platforms, known for its captivating views of the Himalayan landscape. The station offers basic amenities like a waiting room and ticket counters, and is a popular spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts.

Tourism

The Ghoom Monastery, perched atop a hill, offers panoramic views.
The Batasia Loop, a unique engineering marvel with a beautiful garden.
The Mahakal Temple, a sacred Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The Peace Pagoda, a serene Buddhist temple with stunning views.
The Tiger Hill, famous for its breathtaking sunrise views of Kanchenjunga.

Food

The Tibetan Kitchen serves authentic Tibetan vegetarian dishes.
The Darjeeling Momo House offers a wide variety of steaming momos.
The Glenary's serves delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
The Keventers offers refreshing ice creams and milkshakes.
The Himalayan Cafe serves traditional Nepali vegetarian dishes.

Station Address

Hill Cart Road, Ghoom, Darjeeling, Pin-734102
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 2258 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar


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Rating: 4.8/5 (16 votes)
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Jul 18 2023 (21:32)   52595/Darjeeling - Ghoom - Darjeeling JoyRide Steam | GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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A puffing B class steam locomotive, #782 christened as "Mountaineer" departs the country's highest railway station (2258 m from MSL) amidst the pomp of the Winter Festival with Darjeeling bound JoyRide service.
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Apr 27 2023 (23:25)   52599/Darjeeling - Ghoom - Darjeeling JoyRide Diesel | GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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Joyride train entering Batasia loop
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Nov 11 2022 (10:58)   GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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Zara se fir Ghoom Le Tu. @reachdhr presents Ghoom Festival 2022- a 23 day festival of music performances, dance, fun, shopping, museum tour and Toytrain rides from 12th Nov at Ghoom Stn. Book tickets for the toytrains of DHR & enjoy the fest.
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Coal Ash removal from steam engine at Ghoom.
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