things to know about Bara Mangwa
Quite adjacent to Chota Mangwa, Tinchuley, and even Darjeeling, Bara Mangwa is a calm tourist destination facing the confluence of Teesta and Rangeet Rivers. Just about 35 km distance away from Darjeeling and nestled on a mountain slope amidst the orange orchards, Bara Mangwa never fails to mesmerize its visitors with its surreal beauty and breathtaking view of Kanchenjunga peak. Equipped with terraced farms, local huts, and many orange orchards, the village is rapidly gaining popularity and being tagged as a great offbeat destination by the travelers who are visiting it along with their Darjeeling Tour Package.
Attractions in and around Bara Mangwa
Bara Mangwa is full of orange gardens and when the oranges ripe, thousands of Himalayan birds get attracted to this village. Because of its high elevation, the village offers a spectacular view of the Sikkim and Kalimpong hills as well as a great panoramic view of the confluence of River Rangeet and River Teesta. Moreover, the following sites are also worth visiting near the village:
Chota Mangwa:
Nestled on the Mangwa Hills, Chota Mangwa is just1 km distance away from this village. This tiny village offers a fascinating view of the Himalayan range as well as Kalimpong town.
Tinchuley:
It is the major attraction near Bara Mangwa which is approximately 11 km distance away. In this vibrant hamlet, you will get to see Tinchuley Monastery, Tinchuley Viewpoint, plethora of tea and orange gardens.
Takling and Tonglu Village:
Takling is another worth visiting sightseeing attraction. Adjacent to this village, one can also visit the juice making factory in Tonglu Village.
Tea Gardens:
There are several tea gardens in and around this village. The worth visiting tea gardens in and around this village are Teesta Valley Tea estate, Poomong, Namring, Rungli Rungliot, Jinglam, Gielle, and many more.
Things to Do in and around Bara Mangwa
In Bara Mangwa, there are countless activities one can enjoy and they are as follows:
Bird Watching
Indulge yourself in bird watching activities while exploring its surrounding alpine forest. The melodious chirping of various kinds of Himalayan birds will make you feel refreshed and help you revive the bird lover in you.
Enjoy Nature Walking
Strolling around Bara Mangwa is a quite fun activity one can enjoy. While walking around the narrow alleys of this tiny village, inhale the oxygen-rich air, enjoy the calmly ambiance, and provide solace to your distressed soul by watching the daily activities of the villagers.
Indulge Yourself in Trekking
Bara Mangwa is connected with several trekking routes. A trek through the hilly terrain will lead you to several fascinating sightseeing places and tea gardens. Discover these never seen destinations and enjoy the natural beauty they offer.
Have a sightseeing excursion
A sightseeing excursion can be planned to all the nearby destinations to explore a plethora of sightseeing attractions such as Takdah, Tonglu, Takling, Tinchuley, Chota Mangwa, Teesta Valley Tea Estate, Rungli Rungoliot Tea Garden and many more.
About Bara Mangwa
Seightseeing Places
Activities
How to reach
Where to stay
Best Timing
How to Reach this Village
To travel to Bara Mangwa, you first have to rent a taxi at New Jalpaiguri Railway station, Bagdogra, or Siliguri and then take the NH-31A route straight to Teesta Bazaar. From Teesta Baazar your driver will take left after crossing the Teesta Bridge to reach Bara Mangwa village. It is worth mentioning that NJP is the nearest railway station whereas Bagdogra is the nearest airport.
Accommodation Options in the Village
Even though the only mode of accommodation here in Bara Mangwa is a homestay, the quality of service is quite great here. All kind of modern amenities such as attached western bathrooms, cozy sanitized rooms, and all-day electricity are there in these homestays run by the local villagers.
Best time to Visit Bara Mangwa
Even though the only mode of accommodation here in Bara Mangwa is a homestay, the quality of service is quite great here. All kind of modern amenities such as attached western bathrooms, cozy sanitized rooms, and all-day electricity are there in these homestays run by the local villagers.
