things to know about Chota Mangwa
Are you planning a tour in and around Darjeeling for your next holiday? If "Yes", Chota Mangwa should be on your visiting list. Surrounded by luxuriant forest all around and tucked in the hilltop of Mangwa Hills, Chota Mangwa is truly a hilly paradise got prominence as a tourist spot in the recent years. Approximately 35 km distance away from Darjeeling, the "Queen of Hills", Chota Mangwa proves to be a promising holiday destination and here in the following lines, let us describe why.
Sightseeing Attractions in and Around Chota Mangwa
Chota Mangwa, being a tiny hilly village, lacks a plethora of sightseeing attractions and is all about offering a calmly atmosphere and the intense beauty of nature. Here, the luxuriant alpine forest, colorful Himalayan birds, blooming flowers, and orange gardens can be found in abundance. There are several nearby tourist attractions one can visit too.
Chota Mangwa, being a tiny hilly village, lacks a plethora of sightseeing attractions and is all about offering a calmly atmosphere and the intense beauty of nature. Here, the luxuriant alpine forest, colorful Himalayan birds, blooming flowers, and orange gardens can be found in abundance. There are several nearby tourist attractions one can visit too.
Just about 12 km distance away from this village, you can also visit Bara Mangwa which is a pristine settlement full of scenic beauty. Darjeeling is also a one-hour driving distance away from where you will get to see plenty of sightseeing attractions such as Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Toy Train, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Rock Garden, Darjeeling Zoo, Peace Pagoda and many more. Kalimpong is also quite adjacent to the village where the major sightseeing attractions are Deolo Hills, Morgan House, Mangal Dham Temple, Cactus Nursery, etc.
Things to Do in Chota Mangwa
Chota Mangwa does not disappoint its visitors at all whether they are adventure enthusiasts or nature lovers. Here are some of the best activities one can do in and around Chota Mangwa.
- One can try river rafting in shimmering Teesta or River Rangeet.
- Visitors can stroll around this village to meet the local villagers and the orange gardens.
- Relish the beauty of Kanchenjunga which will be your every time's companion whether you are having a cup of tea in the homestay or wandering around.
- Collect the ripe oranges from the orange garden to get the taste of the natural orange juice.
- Have a short sightseeing excursion to its nearby destinations like Tinchuley, Bara Mangwa, Kalimpong, Darjeeling, etc.
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How to Reach Chota Mangwa
Traveling to Chota Mangwa is not so troublesome, unlike other offbeat destinations. Travelers can board a train to New Jalpaiguri Junction or Take a flight to Bagdogra Airport which are nearest railway station and airport respectively. Rented cars are available from any of these stations to reach the hamlet via Teesta Bazar which will take approximately 3 hours to cover a road distance of around 70 km.
Where to Stay in this Village
Chota Mangwa has homestays run by the local villagers to host the travelers and provide them comfortable night stays. This mode of accommodation offers most of the major amenities for its guests to spend some memorable nights such as an attached western bathroom, electricity, sanitized rooms, and hot running water. By buying any of our Darjeeling Tour packages, you don't have to book a homestay separately as it will come along the tour package.
Best Time to Visit Chota Mangwa
This particular offbeat destination can be visited at any time of the year due to its soothing weather. However, those who are keen to witness the blooming orange orchards can visit Chota Mangwa during the months of October to February.
