Kalimpong : Kalimpong is a picturesque hill town in West Bengal, India, known for its stunning Himalayan views, particularly of the Kanchenjunga peak, mild year-round weather, lush landscapes, and rich cultural heritage from diverse communities like the Lepchas and Bhutias. A popular tourist destination, the town offers activities such as hiking and white water rafting, and is famous for its horticulture, especially its varieties of orchids and succulents. It serves as the headquarters for the Kalimpong district and is easily accessible from Bagdogra Airport.
Baba Temple : Between the Nathula and Jelepla passess lies Baba Harbajan Singh Memorial Temple built in the memory of Harbajan Singh (30th August1946-4th October 1968), a sepoy in the 23rd Punjab Regiment. The legend has it that he appeared to his colleagues in a dreams a few days after he went missing while patrolling the border, and informed them about way to find his body and expressed a desire that a Samadhi be built in his memory, which over the years acquired the status of a pilgrimage site, built near Chhokya Chho at an elevation of around 4000 meters, which gained popularity as the old Baba Mandir. Devotees leave a bottle of water, which they collect a few days later to take back home blessed by the spirit of this hardy soldier. This Samadhi is less visited by tourist. Visitors need to climb 50 stairs to reach the bunker, site were the Samadhi has been built. This was the place where Baba was posted during his service with Indian Army. However, for the tourists convenience, the Samadhi of Baba Harbajan Sing has been reconstructed at the junction of Kupup Gnathang road and the trail leading to Memencho Lake, the shrine is recognized by the tourist as new Baba Mandir.
Our representative will be there to receive you at NJP Railway Station. He will be assisting for the transfer to Kalimpong. It is approximately 75 kilometers and 2 ½ - 3 hours’ drive by road. Kalimpong is a hill station in the Indian state of WestBengal.Theroad ispicturesque and runs alongthe River Teesta. Kalimpong is quieter destination. Situated on the foothills of the Himalayas at an elevation of 4078 feet. Evening is free in the evening to stroll around in the local market for relics and handicrafts. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.