things to know about Tinchuley

Tucked in the foothills of mesmerizing Himalaya, Tichuley is an exotic offbeat destination. Situated at an altitude of around 5800 feet above the sea level and nearly 35 km distance away from Darjeeling, Tinchuley is a quaint mountain village that gained the tag of a tourist spot in recent years. With our Darjeeling Tour Package, one can easily have a trip to Tinchuley, a scenic village that got its name from two local words "Tin" and "Chuley" meaning "three" and "oven" respectively.

Things to see in and around Tinchuley

Tinchuley, even though an offbeat destination near Darjeeling, offers several sightseeing attractions to witness in and around it. However, the major ones are as follows:

Tinchuley Monastery:

The major attraction in the village is Tinchuley Monastery. A sacred Buddhist religious site of its own kind, this offers a calmly environment to its visitors which helps their souls to get rid of all the disturbances.

Tinchuley Viewpoint:

In Tinchuley, there is a viewpoint that is one of the prime attractions in the village. From where one can witness a breathtaking view of the snow-clad Kanchenjunga. Apart from this, a splendid sunrise looming over the mountain peaks and the great panorama of the surrounding can also be enjoyed.

Gumbadara Viewpoint:

Another alluring viewpoint near Tinchuley is Gumbadara. The viewpoint offers a 360-degree view of the valley of river Teesta. Just a little distance away, there is Gumbadara rock and cave which is an ideal site to participate in rock climbing.

Lamahatta:

This soothing village is also just 8 km distance away. Lamahatta Park is a major attraction here and also the blooming flowers in the park. Takdah: More than 3 km driving distance away from Tinchuley, Takdah is another worth visiting hamlet. It is a serene village known for its vast stretch of tea gardens. The nearby Rongli-Rangliot Tea estate is also a beautiful tea garden to visit.

Chota Mangwa and Bara Mangwa::

Quite adjacent to Tinchuley, Chota Mangwa and Bara Mangwa are another two offbeat sites to visit. All these two vibrant hamlets offer astonishing beauty of the surrounding hills which is truly a treat to the eyes.

Activities to Do in and around Tinchuley

In Tinchuley, there are several activities you can enjoy and some of the major ones are as described below:

Trekking

Just like other hilly settlements, Tinchuley is connected with several trekking trails. Just 20 minutes trekking will help you reach Gumbadara Viewpoint which offers a stunning panoramic view of the valley.

Wander around the Village

A leisure walk around the village is one of the best things to do here. While exploring the village, one can meet local people who can be found doing their activities with smiling faces.

Visit nearby Tea Gardens:

From Tinchuley, one can visit its nearby tea estates like Peshok tea garden, Takdah Tea Garden, Rongli Rangliot tea garden, and many more.

Go for Sightseeing Excursion

Plan a trip to the nearby destinations of Tinchuley such as Lamahatta, Takdah, and even to Darjeeling. By opting for our Darjeeling Tour Package, you can explore them all at ease.