The Queen of Hills, Darjeeling is one those hill stations in India where unnumbered tourists visit round the year. Tourism is the main source of income here. If it is the pride of North Eastern India then the world renowned Toy Train is the pride of Darjeeling.
Darjeeling Toy Train also (read more) known as Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was started by the British during their reign in India. It is now the world heritage property of UNESCO. Travelling on the toy train is one of the first things to do when you are in the scenic hill station. Toy train ride allures unnumbered tourists round the year.
Darjeeling Toy Train
Toy train ride is not just any ordinary ride. It’s cute small size and the very fact that you are travelling on the world heritage property just takes your adrenaline rush to an extra level.
The toy train starts its journey from New Jalpaiguri Station. As you leave the plains and ride up the hill, your thrill for an enthralling holiday vacation begins right away. Along the way you get a chance to see rolling hills and valleys, local Himalayan people working on picturesque tea gardens, scintillating streams and majestic pine and rhododendron trees. When this little beauty reaches Batasia Loop at Ghoom, it takes an amazing 360 degree turn which is just fascinating. This place is also one of the top tourist spot as you can enjoy the panoramic view of Mount Kanchenjunga especially on a sunny day. Finally, the train ends its journey at Darjeeling Railway Station and your wish to explore the inner charm of this lovely destination begins.
Sincerely speaking the real joy and fun travelling on the toy train cannot be expressed in words. So, plan your next holiday vacation in Darjeeling and see for yourself. After all it’s a journey over the World Heritage Train, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.