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Darjeeling

Toy Train approaching Darjeeling
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Toy Train approaching Darjeeling

Darjeeling is a Himalayan region in the Indian state of West Bengal, situated at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 m above sea level and best known for its tea.

Darjeeling tea is traditionally prized above all other black tea, especially in the UK and the countries comprising the former British Empire.

Adulteration and falsification are serious problems in global tea trade; the amount of tea sold worldwide as Darjeeling every year exceeds 40,000 t, while the annual tea production of Darjeeling is estimated at 8,000 to 11,000 t, including local consumption. To combat this situation, the Tea Board of India administers the Darjeeling certification mark and logo.

Darjeeling can be reached from 80km far Siliguri by Darjeeling Himalayan Railway nicknamed the "Toy Train" or a road, that goes along the train tracks - and frequently crosses it.

Darjeeling Panorama from the tea fields
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Darjeeling Panorama from the tea fields
Last updated: 11-07-2004 05:16:32