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General Information About Jhandi (ঝান্ডি)
Jhandi (ঝান্ডি) is a new and most beautiful, romantic tourist destination in Dooars region situated on 6,200 ft. above sea level and distance from Siliguri is around 87 km, 9km from the Lava on the way to Gorubathan. Jhandi is also nearest and quickly reachable hilltop from plain land of Bengal and Jhandi is best the alternative for Darjeeling lovers. Blessed with serene ambience Jhandi is a picturesque valley famous for its panoramic view of the Mahananda River valley and mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga. This is home of lots of Himalayan plants and rare animals. You can reach to Jhandi from New Mal Jn. through Malbazar, Damdim, Gorubathan. The road to Jhandi from Gorubathan is just fabulous, through lush green forests and tree plantation on both sides of the road.
The tourists who are in search of less trodden destination with the scenically blessed landscape in North Bengal, Jhandi of Dooars region can be an ideal destination for them. Jhandi with its tranquil ambience and mesmerizing natural beauty has ensnared the mind of many travellers. Jhandi has emerged as a must-visit destination of Dooars.
The Sunrise and Sunset Point is definitely one of the star attractions of Jhandi. From here, exceptional views of both the rising as well as the setting sun could be observed along with the Mt. Kanchenjunga range. The sight of the sunlight slowly making it’s way over the mountains, and filtering through the mist, definitely is a moment worth capturing. This is further complemented by the calmness of the environment, except for the soft chirping and whistling of the birds in the surrounding forest.
Surrounded by a dense evergreen forest of Sal and Pine tree, Jhandi is famous for housing some of the most exquisite flora and fauna in Himalayan Range making it a must visit tourist destination of North Bengal for nature lovers. There are many places in and around Jhandi which offers the tourist with the most astounding scenery of adjacent valley and Himalayan Range.
Best Time To Visit Jhandi (ঝান্ডি)
You can visit Jhandi any time of the year. The monsoon brings new leaves to the Sal trees in the forests and gives it a heavenly hue. The winters are known for the views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and the valleys and the sunrise and sunsets.
The sightseeing in Jhandi is unimaginable like the sight of crackling clouds rising up from the Dooars valley, or the sight of yellow fog gently floating along the valley during sunset definitely makes for tremendous photography and a lasting memory for the tourist. This is the best combination for the tourist with admirable and majestic views of the Mt. Kanchenjunga as well as neighbouring mountain ranges and the meandering Mahananda River flowing down the Dooars valley. Another heavenly attraction for tourist in Jhandi is Sunrise and Sunset Point.
The Samabeong Organic Tea Garden is well known for employing Biodynamic farming in the tea cultivation. Samabeong teas have become popularly known both within and outside India for their unusual, distinctive flavour because of their particular cultivation technique. Tea Garden lovers will definitely enjoy their visit to the tea garden, where they can spend quality time in the cool, clean environs. As Jhandi is situated near to Gorubathan tourist staying at Jhandi can easily travel towards the tropical evergreen forest of the western Dooars region like Gorumara and Chapramari. The Lava Buddhist Monastery just a few kilometres away from Jhandi is the perfect destination for that tourist who wishes to spend a bit of time from that crowd and scamper journey, as well as for the spirit who wish to reflect over things in a calm and peaceful environment.
The famous Changey waterfalls with its peaceful perfect green surroundings can be the best relaxation spot near Jhandi. The amazing sight of the water tumble down into white foam can be an awesome scene to behold. Among all those major attractions there is a 1000 armed Avalokiteshwara temple within the monastery premises, and various scriptures and figurines of important Buddhist religious figures. Another nearby attraction is Fafarkheti in Gorubathan area is a picture-perfect village and an ideal picnic spot with the snaking Chel River and surrounding jungles. You can also visit the ruins of Dalim Fort, located high above Gorubathan for the remains of a Bhutanese fortress, hemmed in on all sides by thick forest cover.
Visitors may travel from Siliguri, and take the winding road through the Mahananda forest, and travel up to Sevoke. After crossing Sevoke, you can continue over the Coronation Bridge and continue straight. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to reach Jhandi from the New Mal Railway Station.
You can also reach Jhandi from Kalimpong via Lava. Jhandi is around 32 kilometres from Malbazar and 87 kilometres distance from Siliguri.
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