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Kurseong
Kurseong is a town in the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal. The town is also known as the "Land of Glorious Sunsets" because it faces the western part of the hills, and the sunset is visible through a glorious mix of clouds turning crimson, yellow and red.
Kurseong at a Glance
Why Kurseong?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Mirik Lake
- Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden
- Nagri Farm Tea Garden
- Dhajea Tea Garden
- Monteviot Tea Garden
- Simulbari Tea Garden
Kurseong at a Glance
Essential travel information to understand Kurseong before planning your visit.
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Places to Visit
- Mirik Lake: Mirik Lake, or Sumendu Lake, is a lake in Mirik, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India. It is 1.25 kilometres (0.78 mi) long.
- Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden: Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden is a census town in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Nagri Farm Tea Garden: Nagri Farm Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Dhajea Tea Garden: Dhajea Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Monteviot Tea Garden: Monteviot Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Simulbari Tea Garden: Simulbari Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Sightseeing Places
- Mirik Lake: Mirik Lake, or Sumendu Lake, is a lake in Mirik, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India. It is 1.25 kilometres (0.78 mi) long.
- Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden: Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden is a census town in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Nagri Farm Tea Garden: Nagri Farm Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Dhajea Tea Garden: Dhajea Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Monteviot Tea Garden: Monteviot Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
- Simulbari Tea Garden: Simulbari Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Places That Define Kurseong
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Mirik Lake
Mirik Lake, or Sumendu Lake, is a lake in Mirik, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India. It is 1.25 kilometres (0.78 mi) long.
Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden
Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden is a census town in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Nagri Farm Tea Garden
Nagri Farm Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Dhajea Tea Garden
Dhajea Tea Garden is a village in the Jorebunglow Sukhiapokhri CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Monteviot Tea Garden
Monteviot Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Simulbari Tea Garden
Simulbari Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Longview Tea Garden
Longview Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Rohini Tea Garden
Rohini Tea Garden is a village in the Kurseong CD block in the Kurseong subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Makaibari
Makaibari is one of the famous Darjeeling tea estates. Guided tours are given through the factory every day for free.
DHR Archive
Located in a small room in Kurseong station, the DHR archive house several exhibits including artefacts and old photographs. A cabinet at the centre of the room displays old newspaper articles on DHR.
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Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
All Itineraries
- 1 Day in Kurseong: 1 days with detailed day plans
- 2 Days in Kurseong: 2 days with detailed day plans
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 22 km from Kurseong.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Kurseong railway station, about 0 km from central Kurseong.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kurseong (Apr, May, Jun) averages 14–22°C with about 346 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kurseong (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 18–24°C with about 395 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kurseong (Oct, Nov) averages 13–20°C with about 181 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kurseong (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 7–16°C with about 14 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Kurseong is a town in the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal.
- Overview: Kurseong is a town in the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal. The town is also known as the "Land of Glorious Sunsets" because it faces the western part of the hills, and the sunset is visible through a glorious mix of clouds turning crimson, yellow and red.
- Ancient History: The original inhabitants were the Lepcha people, who named their home "Kurseong", because every spring it was alive and bright with Kurson-Rip orchids. In the remote past, Kurseong was a part of the Kingdom of Sikkim, even before the British came to India.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Kurseong is a town in the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal. The town is also known as the "Land of Glorious Sunsets" because it faces the western part of the hills, and the sunset is visible through a glorious mix of clouds turning crimson, yellow and red.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Amarjeet Hotel, Cochrane Place and Roudra Chhaya Tourism Property.
- Best Way To Explore: You can either walk or flag down mini-vans. These vans show availability if they have a sign-up with their destination (for duty or reserved means you can't flag them down).
The Sacred Heart of Kurseong
A timeless journey of faith and devotion.
Significance
Hinduism is the majority religion in Kurseong subdivision. Buddhism and Kirat Mundhum are primarily practiced in the hill communities.
Natural Significance
Hinduism is the majority religion in Kurseong subdivision. Buddhism and Kirat Mundhum are primarily practiced in the hill communities.
Ecological Importance
The original inhabitants were the Lepcha people, who named their home "Kurseong", because every spring it was alive and bright with Kurson-Rip orchids. In the remote past, Kurseong was a part of the Kingdom of Sikkim, even before the British came to India.
Local Traditions
The Lepcha name literally means the "white orchid of the eastern Himalayas", which was apparently given by a European researcher who was researching an exotic variety of white orchid that could only be found at the height of Kurseong, i.e. 4500 feet above sea level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kurseong is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is July (average high 24°C) and the wettest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 22 km away. The nearest railway station is Kurseong railway station, about 0 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Mirik Lake, Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden, Nagri Farm Tea Garden, Dhajea Tea Garden, Monteviot Tea Garden and Simulbari Tea Garden.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 15°C to 24°C over the year, with about 2806 mm of rain in total.
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