Darjeeling: Of toy trains & majestic views

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The toy train to majestic views

April 16, 2007

Disappointment awaited me as I reached New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. I had heard loads about the Darjeeling toy train, but much to my chagrin I did not get a ticket.

So, I took a car from New Jalpaiguri station to Darjeeling. As I sped towards the hills and was greeted by the sight of rich green tea estates, I forgot my initial disappointment.

Airfare for Rs 100 and less!

Getting There

By Road: Darjeeling is connected to Siliguri (80 km) by the Tenzing Norgay road (formerly called Hill Cart Road). Buses and rented cars are available.

By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra.

By Rail: The nearest station is New Jalpaiguri. You can take the toy train to Darjeeling.

Text: D Mookerjea
Photograph: STRDEL/AFP/Getty Images

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