Calcutta.......

Once the capital of British India, Calcutta (now Kolkata) remains the cultural capital of India with a strong tradition in literature and fine arts. A mere village about 300 yrs. ago, it is today one of India's biggest cities and a gateway to eastern India and the relatively unspoilt north eastern states. Places of interest in Calcutta include Fort William - the first fort built in Calcutta, Victoria Memorial, the Indian Museum, St.Paul's Cathedral, Birla Planetarium and Botanical Gardens.
Summer = 22 to 29degree celcius 
Winter = 12 to 20degree celcius

 
Darjeeling.......

Darjeeling, at about 7000ft. above sea level, is a beautiful hill station on a mountain ridge amidst delightful forest scenery. It is built on a long spur projecting northwards like a letter "Y" from the Senchal-Singalila range and is the summer retreat for those living in the eastern plains and Calcutta. The tea plantations in the district are the home of the legendary Darjeeling tea. While it can also be reached by road, the trip from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling by the 'Toy Train' is a memorable experience. Among the places of interest are the tea plantations, Observatory Hill - site of the original Dorje Ling monastery, many monasteries, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Conservation Breeding Centre (for rare and endangered species), Tiger Hill - an excellent place for a view of Kanchenjunga and the Himalayas, and Lloyd Botanical Gardens.

Summer =  28 to 33degree celcius 
 Winter = 15 to 19degree celcius


 


Gangtok.......

Gangtok (1500m) meaning "Hilltop" is the capital of Sikkim and, set amidst spectacular scenery, retains its charming architectural style with pagoda like wooden houses, painted turquoise roofs and colourful bazaars. Places of interest include the Do Drul Chorten and Enchey Monasteries, Rsukla - Kuang, The Royal Chapel, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (for research and learning of the language and traditions of Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism),and the Orchid Sanctuary (454 types of orchid are found in this area). It is also a good base for trekking in the surrounding region.

Summer =  20 to 28degree celcius 
 Winter = 10 to 16degree celcius