Darjeeling is one of the most beautiful
hill stations of India and shares its borders with many countries. As a result,
it doesn’t only offer beautiful places to visit, but a glimpse of various
cultures & lifestyles around. So if one is planning to visit the Queen of
hills, one can visit the place on any day and any time of the year. Well, the
hill station has a different beauty in each and every season. One can stay in
one of the premium resorts in Darjeeling and enjoy the
scenic beauty of the place, be it any season.
Darjeeling in the rainy season-
Soaked in rain, the queen of hills looks
beautiful and romantic. If anyone wants to visit Darjeeling in rainy season, he
or she will be overjoyed to witness the scenic beauty of Kanchenjunga and the
valley. Monsoon sets in Darjeeling in the month of June and lasts till August,
or sometimes lasts a few more days. Many would say there are chances of
landslide in Darjeeling are high during this time and one will never be able to
the snow-clad peaks of Kanchenjunga. But for a change, one can always visit
Darjeeling during monsoons. The queen of hills do not attract much tourists
during the rainy season, so the ones who are visiting that time can get the
solitary view of the beautiful place. The surroundings look greener during
monsoons and the pitter-patter of rain drops from everywhere make a calming
effect. The foggy weather creates a dream-like atmosphere that is best enjoyed
with some hot Darjeeling tea and momos.
Darjeeling in winter season-
Winters are chilly and most of the
tourists avoid visiting Darjeeling during that time. But winters are perhaps
the best time to visit Darjeeling. Winters set in Darjeeling from December, and
lasts till the last week of February or first week of March. The stores of
Darjeeling are well-decorated and that makes the stores look colorful. Hotels
and restaurants offer special menu and gift the customers on the eve of Christmas.
Tea bungalows like Chamong Chiabari often offer special discounts and offers
during this time. Visit around and go for trekking towards Sadakphu or Tumling
to experience the snow. It is a sensible idea to come with proper protection
against winter while one is visiting Darjeeling in winters.
Darjeeling in spring season-
Spring is the best season to visit
Darjeeling. The spring season starts from March in Darjeeling and lasts till
April’s last week. One can witness the beauty of nature here while she or he’s
visiting the hill station in spring. One can enjoy views of some exotic &
beautiful flowers like Magnolia and Rhododendrons while his or her stay here
during the spring season. The weather is not too hot or not too cold during
this time, which makes the perfect atmosphere to visit around.
Darjeeling during the summer season-
Summers are also called the tourist month
as the season attracts most of the tourists during the season. The temperature
remains between 10-20 degrees, which makes the hill station pleasantly
beautiful. The sunny days can be best for photography.
So, one can visit Darjeeling in any season and
on any day of the year. Different seasons cast a unique spell on the admirers
of the queen of hills and each and every season has some unique attributes that
cannot be missed. Staying in the exclusive tea estates in
Darjeeling and enjoying a cup of flavorful tea can make every season
enjoyable and refreshing.