Are you in search of composure in a hill town? If yes, the Indian hill town of Kalimpong awaits you. Once a significant trade route between Tibet and India through Sikkim, Kalimpong is now a district separated from Darjeeling in 2017. Colonial-era architecture in the terrain calls up memories of the British era.
The entire region is wrapped up in misty surroundings, a mountainous background, green hills, and rolling roads, keeping the essence of the region soul-satisfying. Kalimpong features some exclusively promising remote or offbeat places to stay on your holiday. Choose the best homestay in Kalimpong in offbeat locations.
Let’s talk about the 4 mesmerizing serene destinations in Kalimpong:
1. Rishyap
Rishop or Rishyap is relatively a new offbeat attraction, a little Himalayan hamlet lying in Kalimpong district. It’s a rural settlement of the Lepcha community. The elevation of the region is 2591 meters and the distance between Kalimpong and Rishyap is around 1hr 30 min.
Brimming with forests of fir, pine, birch, rhododendrons, and various orchids, Rishop enchants visitors with pristine mountainous views of Mt Kanchenjunga. Nearby attractions there include Tiffindara View Point, Shiva Buddha Temple, Neora Valley Forest, Jorporkhri, Kolakham, Changey Waterfall, Pedong, etc.
2. Rikisum
Located at an elevation of 6000 feet, Rikisum is a lovely petite village in the Kalimpong district on the Kalimpong Lava Highway and about 8 km from Pedong. Exploring Rikisum gets you a 360-degree view of Mount Kanchenjunga along with the sights of Darjeeling. Find the best homestay in Kalimpong near Rikisum.
Enjoy the breathtaking vistas of Mt Kanchenjunga from the village of Rikisum. This virgin settlement is bounded by a lush wooden forest with a mind-stirring background of Himalayan peaks. Witness this strolled offbeat destination and relish its splendor. Rikisum is about 8km from Pedong, 11km from Lava, and 20 km from Kalimpong town.
3. Kagey
A small, scenic village Kagey Khasmahal sits picturesquely in the lap of Neora Valley National Park. The whole village area is covered with dense green forest. Kagey Organic farm, chirping of birds, and views of the peaks of Mount Kanchenjunga, Kagey offers excellent natural walking trails.
If you love trekking, Kagey has an option for you. Though it’s a short 1 km trek, it’s a beautiful experience being on a trek to Kagey Top. There are a three-hundred-year-old church, waterfalls, and a monastery that you can see upon reaching the uphill.
4. Nokdara
A newly discovered offbeat gem in Kalimpong district is Nokdara. The height of the region is about 6300 feet. From Kalimpong, it takes around 28 km to approach Nokdara and Lava is some 12 km from this beautiful hill station.
This destination nestles between Lava and Loleygaon, catering to incredible views of mountains and forests. It’s a rural setup, where taking a stroll, relishing the beauty of Nokdara Jheel, enjoying sunrise and sunset, and the hearing chirping of birds is absolutely satisfying.
However, there is no considerable number of accommodations in these locations. Therefore, prebook your homestay and face no hassle of accommodation booking in pictorial offbeat/remote destinations in Kalimpong. Explore the best places to stay in Kalimpong on your solo trip, family trip, honeymoon, or nature retreat.
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