Kalimpong City Guide
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Kalimpong is one among the most beautiful hill stations in Indi. Kalimpong is famous for its monasteries, Churches and a private library for the study of Tibetan and Himalayan languages, culture etc. This place also has the Sericulture centre and the orchid nurseries and provides some beautiful sights of the Himalayan range. The flowers grown at these nurseries are exported to other countries as well as to the Northern cities in India. The Nature Interpretation center is working to conserve soil and forests of the area. It has some fine illustrations and demonstrations on the effect of human activity on the environment. The journey from Darjeeling along the Teesta River is very interesting.
Adventure Sports at Kalimpong
If you are an adventure lover, then this is the perfect place to come for your holidays. You can enjoy white river rafting on Teesta River. Trekking is another outdoor activity you can enjoy. The place is so beautiful that it is a very good way of seeing wonderful places around the hill station.
Where and What to Shop
The Kalimpong is famous for the tapestry bags and purses, copperware, scrolls and paintings from Dr Grahams house. Shops selling Tibetan Jewellery and art effects can be found in the streets to the east of Dambar Chowk.
When to Visit
Best time to take a tour to Kalimpong is between March and mid-June or from September to December.
Fairs and Festivals of Kalimpong
In October, Kalimpong hosts an annual flower festival, which is definitely worth a look.
What to See in Kalimpong
Thongsha Gumpa : Oldest Gumpa built during the Bhutanese period, in 1630.
Tharpa Choling Monastery : Belongs to the Gelukpa sect. Built in 1937.
Nature Interpretation Centre : Operated by the Forest Department, focuses on flora, fauna and local people interacting with ecology.
Colonial Bungalows : Built by British wool traders during the "Raj" period, located on Rinkingpong and Hill Top Roads. These include Surya Sadan, Crockety, Galingka, Morgan House, Tashiding, Ringking Farm. Of these, Morgan House and Tashiding, now Government Tourist Lodges, can be viewed.
Army Golf Club : Hewn out of a hillside, to keep officers fit for high altitude soldiering. Excellent angle for photography of Durpin Monastery from 3rd Green.
St.Theresa Church : Built by local craftsmen to resemble a Gumpa, it has wood carvings adorning the walls, depicting biblical scenes, in which personalities resemble Buddhist monks. An interesting example of Tibetan influences.
Flower, orchid and exotic flora nurseries : Gladioli, orchids, cacti, amaryllis, anthuriums, roses, gerberas, dahlias and other exotic plants are grown in a number of flower nurseries in Kalimpong, mainly for export.
Mangal Dhaam : This recently constructed place of worship is a marvellous piece of architecture. The temple has been built in the memory of the late Guru Shree 108 Mangal Dasji. The samadhi of the Guruji is located within the temple.
Things to see
Deolo Hill
MacFarlane Church
