A Walk Down Darjeeling’s Mall Road
- 13 May, 2023
- Xplore India Tourism
- Domestic Tours
So many Mall Roads in so many hill stations it is quite hard to keep count! However, the most beautiful Mall Roal has got to be Darjeeling’s. Peaceful yet crowded, crowded yet peaceful, this is one road that has the right balance of tranquillity and hype.
Mall Road is Darjeeling’s prime spot for gazing on the Himalayan mountain range and Mount Kachenjunga and enjoying the company of one’s partner. Book a domestic tour package from Xplore India Tourism and go to visit this beautiful road in the heart of Darjeeling town.
Early mornings at Darjeeling’s Mall Road are busy. Morning walkers dot the place and local strays play with them, hoping for a tidbit or two. The locals are particularly fitness conscious and they enjoy taking their morning walks.
As you walk up Mall Road, you will see the eastern side of Observatory Hill towards the Governor’s house. This neighbourhood has some very beautiful views of the snow-covered Kanchenjunga and its neighbouring peaks.
Mall Road is a place where tourists go to watch people. If people-watching is one of your favourite pastimes then you will surely love this road. If you are hungry, walk down Mall Road to Nehru Road and you will find Glenary’s, a beautiful cafe cum bakery where you will get eclairs, buns, cakes, hot Darjeeling tea and other baked goods. Fill up your tummy and continue with your exploration.
Off Mall Road, is Zakir Hussain Road, where you will find tons of little shops filled with curios, knick-knacks and other tourist attractions. Plenty of pigeons roost over here and shopkeepers and tourists feed these little birds from time to time.
Once you have booked a domestic tour package to Darjeeling it is obvious that you will visit Mall Road as it is considered the heart of Darjeeling. You will also find plenty of shops from which you can buy excellent quality clothes and souvenirs.
During Republic Day there is a cultural festival held over here which attracts crowds from far. There is a Bhutia market there as well which attracts a lot of tourists.
Conclusion
All in all, domestic tour packages to Darjeeling are a great way to explore the district. You can learn more about the culture and local heritage of the people and experience an off-beat travel experience like no other.