A small peaceful village situated at the far end of the Himalayan Ridge and is popular for its beautiful landscapes, thriving forests and serene views of the Kanchenjunga. This place will surely awaken the true explorer in you, from the casual strolls amidst the dense jungle, to the walks on the hanging bridge (also known as Canopy Walk) in the middle of the forest of oak, fir, birch, and cypress trees which gives a view of the forest from an altitude.
Lolegaon offers several small treks and trails. It is an ideal destination for unwinding & relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra airport in Siliguri. almost 50 km away from Kalimpong that will take around 2 hours. to reach.
By Train: The nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri. The rail distance between Kolkata and Siliguri via New Jalpaiguri is 574 km. Both these places are well-connected by rail as several trains ply on this route.
By Road: Distance between Kolkata to Kalimpong is 623 km by Road. From Kolkata via NH12 (North Dinajpur-Kolkata Highway) by Car you can reach at Kalimpong town within 15 hours.
Jhandi Dara is a picturesque sight in Lolegaon, located 31 kilometres from Kalimpong, 52 kilometres from Lava, and 70 kilometres from Darjeeling. The viewpoint is remarkable in that it offers views of the Dooars Plains, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kanchenjunga, and Nathula from a single location. Moreover, the main point of attraction is that it offers a panoramic view of the majestic Himalayan Range. On a clear day, one can experience the beauty of the snow-capped peaks of Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest from here.
56 km from Kalimpong and situated at an altitude of 5500 ft. Panorromic view of Kanchenjunga can be obtained from this point. Fabulous view of Sunrise over kanchenjunga can seen from Jhandi Dara.
Canopy Walk is located around a kilometre from the bus stand at Loleygaon, in the middle of the forest full of fir, oak, birch and cypress are inter-connected foot bridges. With a total length of 180 meters, the hanging bridges from one tree to another help the visitors to view the beauty of the forest from a height. These bridges keep on swinging continuously.
At the center of the village there is a flat land opposite to the Eco-Park, where there are few small tea stalls and shops. This is the only bazaar area where you can buy small stuffs or eat. On a day trip, you may carry your packed lunch.
While cars can go up to a point (very bad road though), it's essentially a pathway that leads through the dense jungle, then to a stairway and then to the elevated view point. If you plan to stay at Loleygaon, trek up to this view point early in the morning to see sunrise. Visit the VIP Bungalow View Point. It's a manicured lawn area below the VIP bungalow which has nice viewing galleries. Unfortunately they are not well maintained, but you still get excellent views of Kanchenjunga snow peaks from here.
The natural beauty of Lolegaon is remarkable; it gives an amazing view of Kunchendzonga and nearby mountain ranges. Tourists visit Lolegaon to experience the real beauty of Himalayas. There are several varieties of flora and fauna in Lolegaon. Several places here are suited for short trekking and excursions. Famous tourist destinations like Lava, Rishop, Pedong, Rishi, Rikisom, Kaffer etc are closely located. Other sightseeing attractions are, Rothung, Kabru, Shimbho and Narsim.
Apart from all the other places near Lolegaon, Samthar Plateau is one such amazing spot that every tourist should visit once. Located at an elevation of about 1,400 m in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, this scenic destination features terraced fields, mountain streams and thatch huts, adding more to its natural beauty. Moreover, this place is also regarded as a paradise for birdwatchers and environment lovers. Trekking to this destination, should be at the top of the list if one wants to satisfy their adventurous side. The walk begins at Gompa Dara, which is located close to Lava side. Aside from this one, there are a slew of other hiking paths that wind their way through massive mountains and lush coniferous forests.
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