Experience Takdah – A Perfect Blend of History & Nature

Activities and Experiences in and around Takdah

Visiting the main Tea Estates You can discover the lush sprawling tea gardens in Takdah, where you can also learn about tea-making procedures, while savouring the best fresh brews of Darjeeling tea, amidst a tranquil environment.

Orchid Center You can explore this orchid centre at Takdah which feels much like getting lost in the beauty of nature and the magnificent floral blossoms, both rare and ordinary orchid collections, which will keep you stunned.

Gielle Bhanjyang Bazaar If you are a shopaholic, don’t miss out on this market while in Takdah, which is filled with local and hand-made crafts, which you can take back as a token of love for your dear ones and a piece for your home to remember this place, forever.

Exploring Takdah Monastery You are welcome to immerse yourself completely in the tranquillity of the environment around this beautiful Buddhist monastery in Takdah and its stunning Buddhist architecture, wrapped in a spiritual ambience. This is also known as the Dechen Pema Choeling Monastery, from which you can capture some fantastic views of the entire valley, Teesta Tea Estate, and the beautiful Kalimpong town.

Exploring Lover’s Meet Viewpoint You can explore and witness the gorgeous Lover’s Meet viewpoint while in Takdah, which boasts the scenic beauty of the rivers converging, creating a romantic and picturesque backdrop.

Taking a Nature Walk You can relax and enjoy the serenity of nature walk in Takdah, breathe in fresh air and get closer to nature’s beauty in its purest and wildest form.

Takdah Palace This palace in Takdah was built in the colonial era, dating back to 1911. It draws complete inspiration from British architecture and was built by the King of Sonpur. It is a place known for its serenity and is located close to the Old British Post Office and Takdah Club House.

Taqleen Monastery This is a popular monastery in Takdah, which is nearly 108 years old and belongs to the Nyingma sect, which belongs to Tibetan Buddhism. The locals believe in an interesting story based on an incident which occurred in 2004 when monks and locals heard the sound of trumpets behind the closed doors of the monastery, upon opening, they did not find anyone inside the monastery and the trumpets were kept in their usual place. They came to believe it must have been Lord Buddha playing the trumpet.

Teesta Valley Tea Garden This is a must-visit tea garden, where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the expansive, snow-dusted mountain range and the graciously flowing Teesta from a point popularly known as Durpin Dnara by the locals. This is a breathtaking site. This point is magnificent as you can witness the entire region and the entire course of Teesta from this point, especially on a clear day. It is truly a sight to behold!

Barbetey Bridge Barbetey Bridge is popular among Takdah tourists as an old hanging bridge, nearly 100 years old, connecting 2 villages and is a great experience, especially for kids and young children, first time walking past this bridge.

Nearby Attractions

Durpin Viewpoint Durpin Viewpoint is a tranquil tourist destination which boasts of the panoramic view of the breathtaking Kanchenjunga range, which remains surrounded by valleys, alongside the meandering Teesta River.

Peshok Tea Garden Viewpoint Peshok Tea Garden viewpoint is just a few kilometres away from Takdah, where you can enjoy the excellent views of the sprawling tea gardens and the mist-covered sight of the hills in the background. This viewpoint is perfect for tourists for relaxation and photography.

Visit Tinchuley and Lamahatta Just a few hours away from Takdah are 2 of the most serene tourist destinations, Tinchuley and Lamahatta, where you can explore the serene villages, exciting walking trails, eco-parks and lush greeneries, which makes these places an ideal getaway for tourists, away from the crowded spots.

Explore Orange Orchards Takdah is popular for its orange orchards and you can enjoy the fresh fragrance of the oranges when you take a walk through these orchards. You can also learn about orange cultivation and its process followed by the orchard owners, besides tasting some of the tastiest freshly plucked oranges.

Take a visit to Mungpoo Mungpoo is just 30 km away from Takdah, which is another great tourist destination, where you can discover Tagore’s retreat, besides enjoying and soaking in the scenic beauty, the tranquillity of this quaint yet charming village and its vibrant culture, besides the vibrant floral beauty.

Things to Do Takdah is a great retreat, filled with serenity in its surrounding environment and offers a brilliant blend of the scenic beauty of nature and its heritage, where you can explore the viewpoints, experience the thrills of hiking and discover the architecture of the colonial bungalows and immerse yourself in the magnificent views of the mountains, orchards and floral beauty.

Exploring the heritage British bungalows of Takdah Once you step into the heritage British bungalows in Takdah, you can experience the colonial charm exuded by these architectures and eagerly wait to tell stories from the colonial era.

Hiking to Tinchuley Viewpoint Hiking to the Tinchuley Viewpoint is worth all the wait and hype, as you will experience a breathtaking view of the entire Eastern Himalayan range.

Visiting and planning a picnic at Lamahatta Eco Park You can plan a relaxing picnic at the popular Lamahatta Eco Park which is surrounded by colourful prayer flags and pine trees, giving the environment a tranquil feeling to unwind.

Exploring Takdah’s Orchid Center and Orange Orchard You can admire the exotic beauty of the vibrant orchid blossoms at the popular Orchid Center in Takdah, where you can savour the fresh floral fragrance. Also, the nearby orange orchards at Takdah add a flash of freshness and colour to your Takdah visit.

Dokan Dara This is a local market in Takdah which is set up only on Thursdays, each week and is a must-visit place to get an insight into the lives of the people of the region and culture.