Ghoom, noted for its scenic beauties, especially the sunrise from Tiger Hill, Which also offers an occasional glimpse of Mt. Everest on clear days.

Ghoom Monastery enshrines the Maitreya Buddha.

Senchal Lakes(10 Kms) for picnics and golfing.

Batasia Loop(5 Kms), where the toy train takes a unique turn.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Museum, for exhibits of mountaineering memorabilia and equipment.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park is the home of siberian tigers, llamas, black bears and pandas.

Tibetan Refugee Self-help Centre houses an exquisite collection of carpets, leatherwork and woodwork.

Natural History Museum offers a rare collection of mammals, birds, fish and butterflies.

Lioyd Botanical Garden is a house of orchids and Himalayan flora.

Singla Bazaar is an angler's paradise, flanked by tea estates that offer some fascinating guided tours.

Sandakphu (56 Kms) and Phalut (79 Kms) are famous for rhododendron trekking trails. Best season: April - May and October - November.

Mirik(1700m altitude, 49 Kms), featuring a magnificent lake and beautifully landscaped garden.

Kalimpong, once the entry pointt of Himalayas trade, is today the garden town of the Eastern Himalayas. Offering panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga range, and an abundance of exotic flower nurseries.The biweekly 'haat' is just right for souvenir-hunters.