The Japanese Peace Pagoda
The Japanese Peace Pagoda
The Japanese Peace Pagoda situated on the slopes of the Jalapahar hill was built under the guidance of Nichidatsu Fujii, a Buddhist monk from Japan, the founder of Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist order for world peace. This pagoda is the highest free structure in Darjeeling, from the top of the pagoda, you can get the panoramic view of Darjeeling and the Kanchenjunga range. This pagoda houses the four avatars of Buddha including the Maitreya Buddha. Close to it is the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist temple.
Near The Japanese Peace Pagoda
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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Darjeeling Zoo
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, commonly known as Darjeeling Zoo is also located within the premises of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.
