The flawless eternal Kanchenjunga, gentle breeze, and slow-moving clouds on the mountains with a three-sixty-degree view constitute Ahal Dara. Ahal Dara is a magnificent viewpoint in Latpanchar. This will surely win your heart. In this article, we will explore the beauty of Ahal Dara and explain why you should visit here.

Natural Beauty of Ahal Dara

Ahal Dara is a haven of natural beauty. See the wide horizon as a green carpet. From the Ahal Dara viewpoint see the supernatural view of sunrise and sunset.

Dense forests of pine and oak, different colored Rhododendrons, and melodies of unknown birds accompany you throughout your journey in Ahal Dara

The Best Time to Visit

Plan your visit according to the season. The best time to visit Ahal Dara is during spring and autumn. The weather is very pleasant and the sky remains clear all the time.

Though you can visit here at any time of the year. Darjeeling is overcrowded in summer. So avoid rush hours.

Ahal Dara History Behind

The name “Ahal Dara” means “The way to the soul” and it was recognized that this place was a holy place among local communities

How to Reach Ahal Dara

This place is located 52 km away from New Jalpaiguri railway station, 41 km from Kalimpong, and 12 km from the main town.

It is easily reachable from Darjeeling. Book a cab from Darjeeling. It will take only 30 to 40 minutes through a beautiful road trip

Things to Do at Ahal Dara

• The most attractive thing is there is three sixty degrees view of Kanchenjunga from the top of Shelpu Hill

• Tourists can indulge in trekking and walking.

• This place is also rich in biodiversity. photographers can take stunning photos of birds

• Sunrise and sunsets are very beautiful from here. take photos or videos

Where to Stay at Ahal Dara

There are many homestays to stay here. You have to prebook at peak seasons. Fooding and Lodging start from 1200/- per head per day, including Breakfast, lunch, Evening snacks, and dinner. You can stay at Sittong also.

Ahal Dara Entry Fee

The viewpoint is open to all for all day and there is no entry fee here

Nearby Attractions

Ahal Dara has nearby places to visit:

1. Ahaldara View Point
2. Latpanchar
3. Mongpoo (Rabindranath Tagore house)
4. Mahaldiram
5. Jogighat
6. Orange Garden
7. Namthing Pokhri Lake
8. Bagoda
9. Sinkona plantations

Conclusion

Sittong is the Land of Oranges, and Ahaldara View Point is the most beautiful place in Sittong. Different tourist spots around Sittong are making it popular. Ahal Dara viewpoint, Mongpu, Latpancher, and Namthing Lake are some popular destinations

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