Travel stories always amazed us by its experience.
Here, we will get know about an uncommon travel experience by our uncommon traveller “Rupam Dey”.
A town which is blessed with the beauty of nature and peace – Kurseong is situated at Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. Kurseong is located at an altitude of 4,864.0 ft and always has a pleasant weather throughout the year. Kurseong is 32km away from Darjeeling and 34km away from Siliguri.
Kurseong is also known as Land of White Orchids.
Kurseong city comes under West Bengal Tourism that’s providing tourist lodge and other facilities. The economy of the city is based on education and tourism only.
Well, our uncommon traveller Rupam shares his experience about this town. Let’s read it.
Experience of the traveller from Kurseong’s place:
From the valley of tea gardens to the towering Kanchenjunga, from the magnificent churches to the majestic monasteries; the hill town Kurseong has it all. An interesting mix of nature and heritage, the town is established at an altitude of 4,864 ft. being a hub of the white orchids; this neighboring town to the queen of hills is one of the most preferred travel destinations for the tourists around the world.
The land of white orchids is just 47 kilometres away from my hometown Siliguri. I used to go their very often, riding my bike to get away from the chaos of the city life. My love for haunted stories triggered me to fall in love with this place. Many sites of Kurseong are believed to be haunted. The locals believe that the town is a witness to a dozens of accidents and murders. People have experienced and rather many of them have seen spirits roaming around the midnight streets.
One of the most talked about haunted sites in Kurseong is the Victoria Boys High School of Dow Hill. Built in 1879, this school has a history of more than 100 years. According to the locals, people mostly experience paranormal activities around the school between December and March, during the winter vacations. Many have heard boys running and laughing on the corridors of the empty building. Some locals I spoke to have mentioned watching a boy standing at one of the windows of the empty school and staring at them.
Another famous story is about a headless ghost walking down the roads of Dow Hill. While walking alone on the roads of Dow Hill, several people have found themselves being followed by a headless boy who slowly disappears inside the mystical forests.
Also, list of some interesting places were mentioned with some photos clicked by him.
Places to visit in kurseong:
- Eagle’s Craig
- Down Hill
- Deer Park
- Forest Museum
- Victoria Boys School & Victoria Girls School
- Sunrise from the Kurseong view point
- Giddapahar View Point
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Museum
- Various Tea Estate
- British Church
- Margaret’s Deck Tea Lounge (Goodricke Tea Pot)
He also suggested some places around Kurseong.
Places to visit around Kurseong:
- Chatakpur
- Tinchuley
- Lepchajagat
- Bunkulung
- Lamahatta
- Darjeeling
- Rohini
- Sukna
- Gulma
- Sevoke
- Kalimpong
About Traveler:
After sharing such an amazing and mysterious experience with us, we asked him about his passion and interest.
Well here it is his answer in his words.
“My name is Rupam Dey. My native place is Siliguri, West Bengal but currently I’m residing in Kolkata, West Bengal due to my job. I’m an avid photographer by passion. I shoot anything and everything but my center of focus has always been people. I have shaped and reshaped my photography journey from time to time and I don’t think I belong to a particular genre.”
Adding to this, he is an IT professional, working as a Database Administrator in Tata Consultancy Services.
He is also a founder member of Exposure where we conduct various photo tours, workshops, international and local photography contests, exhibitions and so on.
As traveller he suggested and guided us with some information which is given below:
Place to stay in Kurseong–
Many hotels are there but Kurseong Tourist Lodge is his personal favorite for accommodation. The wooden infrastructure is really good and they have very good view. They have personal parking and good quality of food. Another good option to stay is tent. Go and explore the surroundings or hangout with friends by staying in camp
How to reach –
- By Air:
The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport.
Kurseong is around 40km from Bagdogra. Two options are there, either take a cab (personal or shared) to reach Kurseong or reach to Siliguri Junction or Sukna Station by cab then travel by Toy Train.
- By Train:
The nearest stations are New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) and Siliguri Junction (SGUJ).
Kurseong is around 45km from NJP station. Two options are there, either take a cab (personal or shared) to reach Kurseong or reach to Siliguri Junction or Sukna Station by cab then travel by Toy Train.
Kurseong is around 35km from Siliguri Junction. Two options are there, either take a cab (personal or shared) to reach Kurseong or travel by Toy Train.
- By Road:
The nearest city is Siliguri, from where Kurseong is around 35 km away.
Note: Bus service is also available from Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, which is near to Siliguri Junction.
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