Kalimpong Tourism

Spread across the mountain shaped saddle ridge, this splendid town is overlooking the flowing Teesta River, crowned by the Khangchendzonga range. This quaint town is humble in its offerings and views; in terms of charismatic Buddhist Monasteries, Himalayan views, colonial architecture and awe inspiring nurseries. There’s a unique cactus nursery here too. The town remains an important educational centre for the whole of Eastern Himalayas, which were essentially established in the colonial era. This place shows us the vividity and diversity of nature. The mesmerizing fact that beauty can spring anywhere and in all shapes and sizes. The fact that thorns do not alter or diminish the beauty of a place. This place sees a lot of rains with 100 wet days in an year. The place has pleasant climate throughout with no extremes in seasons experienced.

Kalimpong is known to be in the Mahabharat Range. In the olden times, it was a hamlet inhabited by just two or three families. As the British empire grew they transformed it into a hill station along with the creation of Darjeeling and its proximity to Nathula which has the silk route. 

Spread across the mountain shaped saddle ridge, this splendid town is overlooking the flowing Teesta River, crowned by the Khangchendzonga range. This quaint town is humble in its offerings and views; in terms of charismatic Buddhist Monasteries, Himalayan views, colonial architecture and awe inspiring nurseries. There’s a unique cactus nursery here too. The town remains an important educational centre for the whole of Eastern Himalayas, which were essentially established in the colonial era. This place shows us the vividity and diversity of nature. The mesmerizing fact that beauty can spring anywhere and in all shapes and sizes. The fact that thorns do not alter or diminish the beauty of a place. This place sees a lot of rains with 100 wet days in an year. The place has pleasant climate throughout with no extremes in seasons experienced.

Kalimpong is known to be in the Mahabharat Range. In the olden times, it was a hamlet inhabited by just two or three families. As the British empire grew they transformed it into a hill station along with the creation of Darjeeling and its proximity to Nathula which has the silk route.

Essential travel information and Kalimpong tips for your visit

General Info

  • Time Zone: UTC+05:30
  • Currency: Rupees
  • Electricity and Internet: The electricity output is 220-240 Volts AC. 2G and 3G Wi-Fi services are available in most hotels. There’s availability of 3G broadband services on mobile phones. 
  • Languages: The official language of Kasauli is Hindi.
  • Tipping: It is not expected of people to tip, but it is no doubt appreciated.

Security

  • Police: 100
  • Fire Department: 101
  • Ambulance: 102
  • Emergency Disaster Management: 108

Customs

  • Joining hands to a “Namaste” is a common form of greeting people.
  • Kalimpong sees a showers in almost all months. Make sure you carry your umbrellas, raincoats and other gears to protect yourself and your belongings.
  • Remove your shoes before entering a temple or any other religious place and wash your hands before entering the premises.

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