Whenever the beauty climbs into the hills of Darjeeling the most affluent version is found at a site of Tiger hill which is often called sunrise point of Darjeeling. The first ray that inflicts from the mild of east breaking the shadow of dawn and leaving the haze of colours at the lap of Kanchendzonga one needs to be here to understand the glory and this natural phenomenon. Beside that what is more amazing about Tiger Hill is that from here you can see a clear picture of Mt. Everest and Makalu at a same time temple of Mata Senchal which sets at a height showers blessing. Commanding an altitude of 8482 meters during the time of season which happens during the month between October and December when weather is expected to shower some snow at a gulf of this summit and also during the month between March to April when summer sun cherishes the heights of Tiger hill. To see the climax of sunrise you need to drive a distance of 11 km from Darjeeling town and more you take a turn at an adulating side of hills you can expect weather to play a part and the time you will end up here all you are going to see is silence where nature hustle in and speaks the lights of brilliance. Tourism Importance Undoubtedly, Tiger Hill is amongst the class act of nature where people walks in as early as 4 of morning to see classical posture of nature when rising tire of sun kisses the heights and transforms the bonds into eternal chasm. So from tourism perspective Tiger Hill is very important and during the time of season you can witness the crowd luring in like a herd of cattle to witness surrounding charm of Tiger hill. On a clear day when mist of fog dose not comes in picture you will witness Kurseong, Teesta, Balasun and Mechi River cascading at southern side. So to picture rise the virtual hegemony of nature people comes from all across the world and enjoys the periphery of environment.
Apart from that, people also comes here to see temple of Senchal and Senchal wildlife sanctuary and the establishment of both has added more glitter to the shine of Tiger Hill which in turn bags more revenue for tourism department. During the winter time, people flock here to enjoy picnic party, photography, hiking, nature viewing activities and also to enjoy the captivating view of the Mount Kanchenjunga. How to Reach Nearest railway station from here is New Jalpaiguri which is approximately 1 and half hour away from Darjeeling and the distance of this railway station is 73 km. Nearest airport is Bagdogra which is at a distance of 69 km and it will take around 1 and half hour to reach this airport from Darjeeling. So come here and enjoy the golden beauty of exotic Tiger Hill.