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TUNG/Tung (1 PFs)
टुंग
টুং

Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Mar 07 2023 (10:31) by CountryRoadsTakeMeHome^~


Tung Railway Station, situated in the picturesque Darjeeling district of West Bengal, is a small station with one platform serving the scenic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Its unique charm lies in its serene location amidst lush green tea gardens and the breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. While amenities are limited, visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and the opportunity to witness the iconic toy train chugging through the hills.

Tourism

**Tung Buddhist Monastery:** A serene monastery with a beautiful prayer hall and a peaceful atmosphere.
**Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Museum:** A historical museum showcasing the history of the iconic toy train.
**Ghoom Monastery:** A prominent Buddhist monastery with panoramic views of the Himalayas.
**Batasia Loop:** A scenic viewpoint with a breathtaking view of the toy train navigating a spiral track.
**Peace Pagoda:** A peaceful pagoda offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valley.

Food

**The Tea Garden Cafe:** Offers a wide selection of vegetarian dishes, including local specialties and snacks.
**Tung Dhaba:** Serves delicious vegetarian thalis and curries at affordable prices.
**Mountain View Restaurant:** A casual eatery offering vegetarian options with a panoramic view of the hills.
**The Little Kitchen:** Provides fresh and healthy vegetarian snacks and meals.
**Darjeeling Food Court:** A food court with multiple stalls offering various vegetarian options.

Station Address

NH - 55, Tung, Darjeeling District
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 1728 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: n/a
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar


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Sep 16 2019 (16:20) Tea Tracks: Vintage Train Route To Darjeeling
Entry# 4429884   
  Past Edits
Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: Tung/TUNG added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: Tindharia/TDH added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: Kurseong/KGN added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: Darjeeling/DJ added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: New Jalpaiguri Junction/NJP added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Sep 16 2019 (16:21)
Station Tag: Siliguri Junction/SGUJ added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948
Habitations and life appeared to spill on to the railway tracks. We almost looked into the living rooms of people, read labels of jars in the...
Tea Tracks: Vintage Train Route To Darjeeling
Dec 22 2016 (12:51) कहीं सिंगापुर तो कहीं चिंचपोकली, भारत के 18 स्टेशन जिनके नाम हैं अनोखे
News Entry# 289352   
  Past Edits
Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Billi Junction/BXLL added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Rani/RANI added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Odhaniya Chacha/OCH added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Lotte Golla Halli/LOGH added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Kala Bakra/KKL added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Gubbi/GBB added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Ghoom/GHUM added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Tung/TUNG added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Divine Nagar/DINR added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Dapodi/DAPD added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: ClutterbuckGanj/CBJ added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Choti Khatu/CTKT added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Bhattu/BHT added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Bakra Road/BK added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Badami/BDM added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Dahej/DHF added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Nagina/NGG added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492

Dec 22 2016 (12:51PM)
Station Tag: Singapur Road/SPRD added by UP 72 AND HR 29*^~/38492
किसी के लिए भी उसका नाम काफी मायने रखता है। खासतौर पर बात अगर किसी जगह की हो तो ये इम्पॉर्टेंस और भी बढ़ जाती है।...
कहीं सिंगापुर तो कहीं चिंचपोकली, भारत के 18 स्टेशन जिनके नाम हैं अनोखे
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