Looking for a little quiet in Puja? I don’t feel crowded. Your address can be Lolegaon. The place is known to many. But don’t forget to go to Jhandidara view point if you go this time. Tiger Hill is a long way, now watch the sunrise from Jhandidara.
Standing at this one place you can see Dooars, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kanchenjunga, Nathula all. Absolutely mind blowing beautiful location. Green all around. And look ahead and see the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas. If the sky is clear, you can see Kanchenjunga and Mount Everest from here.
If you want to come here from Darjeeling, the distance will be about 70 km. But close from Kalimpong. Jhandidara view point is just 31 km away. This place is 52 km from Lava. Come to Jhandidarat with some time in hand. Gaze upon the majestic Himalayas. Many people have the experience of watching the sunrise from Tiger Hill. Now watch the sunrise from Jhandidara. There will be a different feeling.
Hanging bridge is near from Lolegaon bus stand. Surrounded by forests of fir, birch, oak, cypress. There is a wooden bridge in between. Green canopy on both sides. You can lose yourself in the green. Take a look at the immense beauty of nature. The village market is located near the eco park of Lolegaon. The hill market is quite different. You can buy small items from here.
Pedong, Reshop, Lava can be visited nearby places around Lolegaon. Love to see birds. He is fond of photographing birds. There is a place near Lolegaon called Samthar. You can come around.
How to go?
Lolegaon can be reached by car from areas near NJP, Bagdogra Airport, or Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus. Or you can go to Kalimpong and go to Lolegaon by car. There are several homestays to stay. If you avoid the crowd for two days, you will feel better.