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Once the capital of the British Empire, Calcutta remains the
cultural capital of India with a strong tradition in literature and
fine arts.A mere village about 300 yrs. ago, is today one of the
biggest cities. It is also the Gateway to the beautiful north
eastern states of India, where the visitor can only gaze in wonder
at their pristine beauty. Places of interest are Fort Williams - the
first fort built in Calcutta, Victoria memorial, the Indian museum,
St.Paul's Cathedral, Birla Planetarium and Botanical Gardens.
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Darjeeling at about 7000 ft. above sea level, is a beautiful
hill station on a mountain ridge amisdt delightful forest scenery.
It is built on a long spur projecting northwards like a letter
"Y" from the Senchal-Singalila range. It is the premier hill station
near Calcutta. The legendary Darjeeling tea is cultivated here. The
trip from new Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling by the 'Toy Train' is a
memorable experience. Among the places of interest are observatory
hill an excellent place for a view of Kanchenjunga and Himalayas,
Ghoom Monastery, Alcobar Monastery, Himalaya Mountaineering
Institute, Zoological Park, Tiger Hill and Llyod botanical
gardens.
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Gangtok (1500 m) meaning "Hilltop" is the capital of
Sikkim. Gangtok still retains its charming architecturul style with
pagoda like wooden houses, painted turquoise roofs and colourful
bazaars. Among the places of interest are stupa of Do Drul Chorten,
Enchey monasteries, Rsukla - Kuang, The Royal Chapel, Namgayal
Institute of Tibetology for learning the language and Tradition of
Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism, orchid Sanctuary and Deer Park.
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