Siliguri & New Jalpaiguri

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Introducing Siliguri & New Jalpaiguri

The vibrant, crowded trading hub encompassing the twin towns of Siliguri and New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is the jumping-off point for Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sikkim, the northeast states, eastern Nepal and Bhutan. For most travellers, Siliguri is an overnight transit point where there are good meals, great shopping and a glimpse of snowy peaks.

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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009

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  1. Giora avatar
    RE: from Darjeeling to Patna

    by Giora 26 May 2012

    It's as safe as anything in India. I would STRONGLY advise you to use trains while travelling in Bihar. The bus situation in Bihar is…
  2. nowornever avatar
    RE: Indian Train Classes

    by nowornever 19 May 2012

    first class is by far the best, except you are pretty much alone., means even in stations the food sellers will not head for the 1st class…
  3. rajput avatar
    Re: Indian Train Classes

    by rajput 19 May 2012

    I took the "Express" train from Siliguri to Delhi a few years back. It took 23 hours. Go 2nd class sleeper. I've been advised to get…

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