Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
Heritage railway between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling, India, also known as the Toy Train
About Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
This route provides breath-taking panoramic views of the Himalayas and the nearby hills. Some of the stops are special and unique in their own way. The journey starts from New Jalpaiguri in Siliguri. Sukna provides a look to the wildlife in the region. The Agony point and the Batasia Loop are one of the most important and popular stops. The train stops at the Batasia Loop for ten minutes for the passengers to enjoy the view and visit the Gorkha War Memorial which displays the selfless service of the Gorkhas in the British Raj. It halts at Ghum for another thirty minutes for a visit to the DHR Railway Museum. Siliguri, at the base of the Himalayas, was connected with Calcutta (nowKolkata) by a metre gauge railway in 1878. BetweenSiliguriandDarjeeling, Tonga services ran on a cart road – the
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 7 sections including: