Darjeeling region is famous throughout the world for the tea it grows. It is also known for its richness in cultural & natural heritage and the famous toy train that has been declared an UN heritage.
The region covering about 1144 sq km, attracts millions of tourists every year for the variety of attractions it offers to the tourists.
The hills rise from the `Terai` and `Dooars` plains of Bengal and reaches an altitude of more than 12,000 feet. Three divisions of the Darjeeling district, namely Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong constitute the hilly areas of Darjeeling Himalaya.