Looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway? Travel to the Land of White Orchids—Kurseong. A small, yet beautiful hill stations…
SNS | New Delhi | August 21, 2017 4:17 pm
Looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway? Travel to the Land of White Orchids—Kurseong. A small, yet beautiful hill stations in West Bengal, it is an idyllic place to destress in the lap of nature. Serene and blessed with scenic beauty and pleasant weather throughout the year, the place is a popular tourist destination in this Eastern part of the country. The Statesman brings you beautiful glimpses of the land where white orchids are found in abundance.
Thick forests and white orchids
Kurseong was originally called Karsan Rup meaning the “Land of white orchid”. It is so-called as it is home to the flowering species and is well-endowed with flora and fauna owing to its favourable climatic conditions. In fact, it is popular as a “Botanist Paradise”.
Tea gardens
Kurseong is a wonderland of tea gardens sprawled over a great expanse of the hill station like a soft, green carpet, welcoming travellers and visitors with its breathtaking views. Take a walk in the tea gardens and experience the exhilarating feeling of being filled with the musky smell of sun-kissed fresh tea leaves. Some of the more popular ones are the Cochrane Place, Makaibari tea estates and Castleton Tea Factory.
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Eagles Craig
Just one km away from the railway station, Eagles Craig is a point which provides a breathtaking view of the beautiful town. It houses a garden of exotic flowers and a water reservoir which provides drinking water to the entire town. From here, you can also catch the spectacular view of Mt Kanchenjunga, Dow Hill, St Mary’s Hill and other beautiful places there.
A once upon a time holiday town of the British rulers, Kurseong also has many heritage sites worth visiting. Take a refreshing trip to this Land of white orchid and let the serenity here help you unburden all your cares.
Kurseong is just 32 km away from Darjeeling, the Queen of Hills. You can wind your way to it in a toy train from Darjeeling or catch a cab from Jalpaiguri. It is a holiday destination one can visit anytime of the year.
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