Darjeeling Zoo
Darjeeling Zoo
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, commonly known as Darjeeling Zoo is also located within the premises of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. At 2134m, it is the largest high altitude zoo in India, this is where we can see some of the critically endangered species like the Himalayan wolf, snow leopard, Siberian tiger, mountain bear and the red panda along with several other endangered species. Spread into 67.5 acres of area, this zoo specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions and has successful breeding programs for the snow leopard.
Near Darjeeling Zoo
More to see around Darjeeling.
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Batasia Loop
The Batasia loop is situated about 5 kms away from Darjeeling town. It is a gigantic railway loop where the Toy Train makes a 360 Degree turn.
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Chowrasta
Chowrasta is a wide promenade located on top of Nehru road in the heart of the town.
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Darjeeling Train
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway(DHR), aptly referred as the "Toy Train", is a 2 ft (610 mm) narrow-gauge.
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Druk Thupten Sangag Choling Monastery (Dali Monastery)
Druk Thupten Sangak Choling monastery popularly known as Dali monastery is located at Dali about 4 kms away from Darjeeling town.
