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The famous silk route that connected Lhasa (Tibet) to Kalimpongwas in use even a few decades ago until the Chinese invasion in Tibet. Zuluk / Dzuluk, located in East Sikkim, used to be a small village on this route. It was commonly used by traders traveling to Tibet through Jelep-la ("La" stands for mountaipass) (It is and overnight base) Today it is fast emerging as a new tourist destination in East Sikkim. Zuluk derives its tourism importance due to the excellent view of the eastern Himalayan mountain range including the Kanchenjunga that it offers. A trip to the area requires special permits. The permits though would be arranged by naturebeyond, and as a guest you would only need to provide your id proof and photograph. Zuluk is a small village with population of about 700 people. There is an army base which is used as a transit camp for the army movement to the Chinese boarder a few kilometers away. During the summer months, the area and its surrounding hills are covered with thousands of blooming rhododendron. Zuluk during these months, is a riot of colors due to the variety of rhododendron that can be seen here.

Weather: Zuluk at an altitude of about 7,000 ft offers pleasant weather during most of the year. The rainy season is a little protracted and heavy to very heavy showers are common. The winter may see snowfall in the area. The summer temperature would be varying near 20 degree Celsius with substantial difference between the day and night temperature. Tourists visiting the area are advised to carry worm clothing and umbrella. Wildlife sanctury: Zuluk is surrounded by wild forest, some of the forests are completely virgin. Sighting of Deer, Wild Dog, Himalayan Bear the red panda is not very uncommon. Some tigers have also reportedly been sighted in the area. A variety of birds can also be seen such as Monal Pheasant, Blood Pheasant, Khaleez Pheasant, Snow Pheasant and others. How to reach zaluk: Zuluk is about 3 hours from Gangtok. You need to pre arrange special permit for visiting this restricted area that is issued from a place called Rangli or it can be arrange at sikkim infromation center at gangtok.
Itinerary for 1N/2D
Day 01 Pick Up from Gangtok, NJP (Siliguri) or Bagdugra to LIngtam via Rangpo, Rongli Bazar, Sisney Aritar lake (lampokhari lake) and overnight stay in Lingtam or Zaluk.
Day 02 Lingtam or Zaluk to Gangtok(Silk Route) via Phademchen view points, Q-khola Falls, dhupidara, Lungthung, Salamidara, Tukla Dara (Baba dham), Gnathung, Kupup, Sarathang (China Market) Nathula Pass, Changu Lake, Mandakeni Falls.
Itinerary for 2N/3D
Day 01 Pick Up from Gangtok, NJP (Siliguri) or Bagdugra to LIngtam via Rangpo, Rongli Bazar, Sisney and overnight stay in Lingtam.
Day 02 Sunrise at Ganak Dara (1200ft. Alt) via Zaluk Silk Route (Zig Zac Road 1, 2 & 3, Thambi View, Salami View points, Bhutan View, Black Lake, Old Baba Mandir, Gnathang Velley, Tugla Battle Field, Elephant lake, Jelepla Pass, Mac Mohan Line ( Indo China Border). Overnight Zaluk.
Day 03 Kupup Valley, Memen-chu lake, New Baba Mandir, World Highest Golf Course (Gunnies Record), Young husband treck, Sharathang Trade Mart, Thangu lake, Nathula Pass and Gangtok Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Darjeeling situated in the north eastern region in India provides the perfect ambience of a hill resort with its mild climate conditions and its laid back charms. Its verdant hills and valleys are steeped in colour and are interspersed with vast stretches of lush green tea gardens. Presiding over all these is the Mount Kanchenjunga (Mount Khangchendzonga) with the commanding height of 8,586 meters which looms over the northern horizon, giving a magical aura to the land that entices thousands to its environs and leaves all the senses intoxicated.

Darjeeling also known as the Queen of the Hills with its rich natural reserves of Pines and Rhododendrons is bounded by Sikkim State in the north, Nepal in the west, Bhutan in the east and Siliguri on the south.

Nestled under the grandeur and beauty of towering snow capped mountain Mount Khangchendzonga lies the town. Word “Darjeeling” as derived from Tibetan Language means (Dorji – thunder bolt and Ling – place): Land of Thunder Bolt. The town itself as laid out by Lord Napier of Royal Engineers is at an altitude of 2134 metres. Heavily influenced by British India it still carries imprints reminiscent of its colonial past.

As one moves above through Kurseong towards Darjeeling, one is greeted by smiling tea gardens, changing to firs, pines and fast moving torrents, while around abound 4000 types of flowering plants and nearly 300 varieties of ferns, including the rare tree fern.

Town which is located on a spur with houses hugging the hillside has attractive shops, houses and handsome villas and churches and heritage buildings reflecting Victorian architectures along with charming cafes and other interesting places that attract visitors. Town which is built like series of landings joint by flights of steps and almost vertical planes can be divided into two categories where upper side are mainly hangouts for tourists and visitors while the lower side with the vibrant colours are the spread of market place where the essential commodities can be purchased for day to day life. In the market square are sold the vegetables, fruits, butter, cheese, tea, brassware, curious, rugs, floorings, clothing, turquoise and jewelleries along with rations etc.

The Capital Hall at the heart of town which at present in-house the Municipality Office has the Clock Tower reflecting the beauty and at one time the Summer Capital of British India. As the spread of land from town goes down to the Rangeet River at the North bordering Sikkim, terai area past Kurseong Sub–Division at the south touching Siliguri, while scaling up to the Nepal at west and Bhutan at East across river Teesta through Kalimpong Sub–Division, Darjeeling District has wider range of flora and fauna in the form of natural capital and wealth of rich biodiversity reserves. Geographically, the place can be divided from tropical regions in terai area to alpine regions at Sandakphu area bordering Nepal at the west which offers the high altitude treks filled with the spirit of adventure to marvel the beauty and splendour. Foothill forest at terai area to alpine area there exist wild animals ranging from Red–Panda, Hog–Badger, Crestless Porcupine, Goral, Serow, Musk Deer, Bear, Leopard, Snakes, Rabbits etc. The forest is shared by large species of birds where some are migratory along with many species of butterflies. Tropical vegetation consisting of densely grown trees of Sal (Shorea Robusta), Segum (Tectona Grandes) etc, spreads up to temperate and alpine regions with the trees like Maple, Silver Fir, Juniper, Willow, Hemlock, Pines, Tree Ferns – Assophillas, Rhododendrons etc.Beside forests, the lush tea bushes spread at the sprawling hectares of land add to the exotic beauty thereby producing exotic flavour of Darjeeling Tea which is world renowned.

Darjeeling offers various wilderness treks leading to the region abundant in natural beauty, wildlife, flora and fauna, besides offering other forms of Tours like Adventure Tours, Cultural Tours, Omithological and Study Tours and Adventures Sports. Holiday package ideal for honey mooners or for those who simply want to leave those hectic schedule, rush hour traffic and stressful deadlines behind and escape miles away from the maddening rush.

Like Sikkim, Darjeeling in general is the place inhabited by Nepalese, Lepchas, Bhutias, and plainsmen, mostly businessmen from elsewhere in India. Like in Sikkim, communities, cultures, religions and customs of different hues intermingle freely to constitute a homogeneous blend. One could find the existence of Buddhist monasteries, Hindu temples, churches, Muslim mosques all over the town, with the spread of monasteries, temples and churches to rural areas as–well. In a sense, Darjeeling too has accepted the influence of other cultures while at the same times retaining their ethnic cultures.
The clothing as suggested for visitors while during their stay is Darjeeling is during summer–light woollen and during winter–heavy woollen. However for treks, climbing boots are also suggested along with warm socks and other warm clothing meant for high altitudes. In general, Darjeeling Hill covers the approximate area of 1200 square miles where the district is shaped like an irregular triangle. The lower region of the lybrinthian hilly forest–clad ridges, have been cleared for the cultivation of the world famous Darjeeling Tea. It passes through ……………… Latitude and ………….. Longitude and is divided into three hill sub divisions – Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong. While spreading to terai area at Siliguri, Darjeeling as a whole is the Hilly District of West Bengal State in India and lies south of Sikkim State. People visiting Darjeeling shall appreciate and wonder at the marvellous innovation of Toy Train chugging through the narrow gauge of 2 feet tracks and passing through the Highest Railway Station at 7410 feet in Ghoom.
Foreigners desirous of visiting Darjeeling must possess and Indian visa, while no special permit is required for either travelling or trekking inside the area. Place is easily accessible from Siliguri through Kurseong by road transport and travel by Toy Train, wherein the town is at the distance of 80 kilometres. Darjeeling town is the hub for all the travels, trekking, shopping and any activities or services within the region. From Darjeeling Town one can proceed towards Kalimpong, any tea garden, or drive back to Siliguri via Kurseong, drive to Gangtok or other parts of Sikkim.

WEATHER IN DARJEELING Freezing cold with running nose, blisters in hands, with charcoal fumes coming out from fireplace and chimneys, that’s what it is during winter months in Darjeeling. Actual wintry cold starts from the second week of November while spreading towards the months of March with temperature dipping down to 0º centigrade in town and regions above it during the months of December and January. Pines and the roof – tops dressed in snow tell the approach of winter. It is familiar to hear the sound of Christmas Carols and to see the house decorated for the approach of Christmas eve with the warmth of greetings from the people alike. The places at Tea Garden below the town may be little warmer than the town itself. The blooming of rhododendrons during March tells that the spring has come and it is time to awake for the summer.

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