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From its breathtaking tea gardens to the majestic views of the Himalayas, Darjeeling has so much to offer!

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Discover the charm of Darjeeling with these 8 fascinating facts

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Actor Benedict Cumberbatch, who played Sherlock Holmes, taught English in Darjeeling

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Nestled in the heart of the Tibetan diaspora, Darjeeling is home to the Tibetan Self-Help Refugee Centre

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Darjeeling Himalayan Railroad has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Home to Asia's largest ropeway

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The valley produces some of the finest tea in the world

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The name derives from Tibetan terms, 'Dorje' meaning thunderbolt and 'Ling' meaning place

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In 2004, Darjeeling tea was granted geographical indication status

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Jiya Surana

Travel

april 16, 2024

8 Fun Facts About Darjeeling

From its breathtaking tea gardens to the majestic views of the Himalayas, Darjeeling has so much to offer!

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Discover the charm of Darjeeling with these 8 fascinating facts

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Actor Benedict Cumberbatch, who played Sherlock Holmes, taught English in Darjeeling

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Nestled in the heart of the Tibetan diaspora, Darjeeling is home to the Tibetan Self-Help Refugee Centre

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Darjeeling Himalayan Railroad has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Darjeeling was a favoured resort for British officials during the colonial period

Home to Asia's largest ropeway

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The valley produces some of the finest tea in the world

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The name derives from Tibetan terms, 'Dorje' meaning thunderbolt and 'Ling' meaning place

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In 2004, Darjeeling tea was granted geographical indication status

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