Well, I must say that one day is not enough in kalimpong. You should have a 2-3 day time period to experience all the best places in kalimpong. But, it doesn’t mean you can’t experience the beauty embedded in it.
This segment of our travelling blogs will tell you about a 1 day itinerary for you to experience Kalimpong’s beauty. So, without any delay let’s start today’s blog.
Morning:
Begin by Deolo Hill
Make sure to wake up early in the morning and get directly to Desoto Hill, the highest peak of Kalimpong. Wake up to watch beautiful sunrise, fresh air of the mountains and spectacular view of the valley far underneath. The transitory views of the sky within the Kanchenjunga range are really a spectacle.
Tharpa choling Monastery
Next, motoring up to Tharpa Choling Monastery which is among the oldest monasteries pertaining to Gelugpa in the area. A serene calm, lovely frescoes, and chilling tunes, with monks chants, which are quite familiar, are the ones to be found in this serene monastery. It is not as popular as Durpin, and therefore very personal.
Afternoon:
Lunch Local Style
You must be hungry by now and there are some fantastic foods in Kalimpong. Enjoy a hot plate of Thukpa, or sink your teeth in some juicy Momos at a local cafe.
Find out Morgan House
Visit a detour that will take you to the Morgan House that is an ancient colonial bungalow that has turned into a tourist lodge. Although you may not spend time there, you can view its attractive architecture and peaceful gardens to get a glimpse of the colonial history of Kalimpong.
Evening:
Option 1: Watch Sunset At Hanuman Mandir
To have a serene beautiful end of the day you should go to the Hanuman Mandir on the road to Durpin Hill. The views of the Teesta River and the mountains around the temple including the sunset are fantastic. The sunlight which fills the picture with gold is enchanting.
Option 2: Walk At The Local Shops Of Craftsmen
Spend your last evening walk around the town center. Visit additional local shops of craftsmen and buy something unique in bamboo items, or something typical in local clothes, or even thangkas.
