Rongtong is surrounded by several exquisite locations that tourists should definitely visit. You will witness mesmerizing scenic locations that offer from green lush hilly terrains to exotic valleys. Some of the most popular places that you should not miss the opportunity to visit while staying in our homestay at Rongtong are briefly described below.
It is a quaint town situated in Darjeeling is a beautiful spot for a nature lover. Mirik offers much more than just exquisite mountains and lakes. The town is situated in the middle of the Himalayan valley. Bokar Monastery, Mirik Lake, Mirik Tea Garden are some of the most attractive locations in Mirik for tourists to visit. This place is also popular for boating.
Darjeeling is one of the most renowned tourist destinations in this country. This place is popular around the world for its sublime tea production. Apart from it, Darjeeling is a place stacked with rich architectural and historical values. Tourists visit this place for its serene atmosphere, hills, lakes, wildlife sanctuary and toy trains!
It is a place that is located under the foothills of the Himalayas. Situated at about 4000ft, Kalimpong offers some breathtaking landscapes of hilly terrains, lakes and beautiful gardens. Kalimpong houses multiple monasteries that provide great historical significance and invaluable architecture. It also excites adventure enthusiasts as well because this place offers several adventure activities for tourists to have a ball of a time.
This place is situated at an elevation of around 5000ft and offers some mesmerizing landscapes for tourists to witness. It is perched at the top of the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary. Tourists can experience a scintillating view of the Teesta River. Latpanchar is a place that is truly a birdwatcher’s paradise as it houses over 250 species of birds like Black Bulbul, Drongo, Magpie to name a few.
Situated at an elevation of about 7000ft, Lava is one of the few places of West Bengal that witnesses snowfall in winter. Lava offers some picturesque locations around the area for tourists to have a lifelong experience. The chilly weather along with the altitude and scenic landscapes make it a trip to remember. Neora Valley National Park is a major attraction while visiting Lava.
Around 50kms from Lava, you will witness another popular tourist destination, Charkhole. It is a small Lepcha village and it offers a spectacular view of Mount Kanchenjunga. The chirping of birds adds an extra layer to the enthralling experience along with the serene atmosphere you will experience in the forests of Charkhole.
This place is located on the Western side of the Kalimpong hills, in the Teesta valley. Bara Mangwa, the charming hamlet provides the visitors with a mesmerizing view of Mount Kanchenjunga along with Teesta Valley in the backdrop of massive orange orchards. It has attracted a large chunk of audience in recent years to this place. For adventure enthusiasts, this place offers river rafting, rock climbing and trekking to name a few.
The name Kurseong stands for ‘The Land of White Orchids’. Kurseong is mostly popular among tourists for world-famous tea production. Ambotia, Castleton, Makaibari are some of the well-known tea gardens that are immensely popular among tea drinkers around the globe. Giddapahar Viewpoint is a popular destination for witnessing enthralling views of Mount Kanchenjunga.
