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Kurseong (Kharsang)
Land of White OrchidsLand of Glorious SunsetsEducation HubHaunted Trails (Dow Hill)Nature, Heritage, Education, Tea Tourism Hill Station / Subdivision Headquarters

Kurseong (Kharsang)

Kurseong (Kharsang), West Bengal
Best: March – May (Spring/Summer) and September – December (Autumn/Winter). While summers offer a pleasant escape from the plains with temperatures between 8°C and 20°C, winters provide clear, cloudless skies for stunning mountain views. Avoid June – September due to heavy monsoons and risk of landslides.
Land of White Orchids, Land of Glorious Sunsets, Education Hub, Haunted Trails (Dow Hill). Required
4.7 Rating
09:00 - 17:00Opening Hours
₹5Adult Entry
ModerateCrowd Level
8/10Safety Score

Highlights

Eagle's Crag: Perched on a cliff, offering bird's-eye views of Siliguri and the Teesta River.
Dow Hill Eco Park: Beautiful pine forest trails with a deer enclosure and museum.
Makaibari & Castleton: World-famous tea estates offering factory tours.
Netaji Museum: The former home of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, filled with historical artifacts.

Overview

Kurseong, situated at an altitude of 4,864 feet (1,482 m), is a serene hill town located halfway between Siliguri and Darjeeling. Its name originates from the Lepcha word Kharsang, meaning "Land of White Orchids". Known for having a milder and healthier climate than Darjeeling, it is a tranquil alternative to busier hill stations. The town is famous for its lush tea gardens, misty pine forests, and high-altitude heritage schools. It is also part of the iconic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) route, with the tracks often running right alongside the main road.

#White Orchids#Tea Gardens#Dow Hill#Toy Train#Heritage Schools

Full Schedule

Monday
09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 – 17:00
Thursday
09:00 – 17:00
Friday
09:00 – 17:00
Saturday
09:00 – 17:00
Sunday
09:00 – 17:00

09:00 - 17:00

Ticket Pricing

Eagle's Crag / Eco Park₹5 – ₹20

Minimal maintenance fee per person

Forest/Netaji Museum₹20

Nominal entry fee

Tea Estate Tours₹500 – ₹1000

Includes guided tours and tea tasting

How to Reach

Custom: New Jalpaiguri (NJP)

45 km2 Hrs

Approx Fare: ₹2500 – ₹3000

Major railhead connection.

Smart Tips

Tea with a View: Visit Margaret's Deck, a tea lounge overhanging a cliff with spectacular valley views.

Eagle's Crag Sunset: Visit in the late afternoon for a 360-degree sunset view over the plains and hills.

Haunted Legend: Explore the Dow Hill area, often cited as one of India's most haunted places due to local paranormal legends.

Muscatel Tea: Kurseong is one of the only places to find rare Muscatel organic tea; don't leave without tasting it.

Emergency & Safety Info

Nearest Hospital

Kurseong Sub-Divisional Hospital

1.8 km away

Police Station

Kurseong Police Station

0.5 km away

Local Hotline

112 / 100

Available 24/7 for Tourists

Entry Price

₹5/ person
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