Explore the Offbeat Destinations

A Small hill town located at a small distance of 16 Kms from Kalimpong , 86 kms from N.J.P.Siliguri  and 91 Kms from Airport (Bagdogra Airport siliguri).Algarah is known for one of the Birding spots.The place is very richer with biodiversity which provides various species of birds to build their nest for breeding.The high altitude birds migrate to this region during winter. This place offers the exotic 360 view of valleys,Nathula range (Sikkim).This place also offers a view of Seven valleys at time. This place has a wonderful  backdrops of paddy fields, valleys ,pine and dhupi trees with stunning snow capes mountain peaks and also have basic amenities like an ATM,medical shop, hospital. A reasonable enough market . The altitude of algarah is 5840 ft. and the population is around 4000. Algarah was improved in 1940-41 and made fit for 18 cwt. Algarah is geographically important too as it connects the Kalimpong district ,Lava,Lolegaon,Rishap,Kolakham with the Silk Route and adjoining state of Sikkim.

As per Historical significance, the name Algarah meant “the first stop” or “the first halting spot/location” during the old Silk Route era, this used to be the first resting place for traders/porters and travelers coming from Tibet, going to Kalimpong. They would do a night halt and give rest to horses at Algarah.

Algarah  is famous for the remains of the Ancient Fort or Gadi (Damsang Fort). The local people said,that the Lepcha King Gyabo Achuk was built this fort in the year 1690, with white stones that brought big round-shaped from river Reshi. The fort still exists . King Gaybo Achuk has many stories passed from generation to generation.It was believed that the King used to possess some supernatural powers. Some stories are there about some hidden treasure ,guarded by the King and were built a tunnel by his supernatural powers. After that ,it was taken by the British Government and used it for East India Company after the Anglo Bhutan War in the year 1864.

A tour to Kalimpong or Pedong (Old Silk Route) would never be complete barring a visit to the Algarah’s “Sample Dara”. It is widely acclaimed as the holiest of the crossroads in this beautiful mountain and the locals believe that the fragrance of sacred incense sticks in the air of Sample Dara offered to the God mountain ensures safety and wellbeing of the travelers. The Pinewood Homestay, locate in the laps of lush green valley of the Himalayas, is the perfect place for adventure seekers as well as for those looking for an abode of peace ,far from the busy city life. When you are away from home, sipping a hot cup tea at the Pinewood Homestay watching the sunset over the wavy blue mountains may give you the best evening delights of the life. The setting sun of Algarah goes down with a promise to come up again in the following day with rays of hope and peace. Here we wait for you with neat and cosy rooms, hygienic surroundings and delicious homemade food from home-grown organic vegetables. Come, visit and stay at Pinewood Homestay and experience the best moments of your lifetime.

 

Pinewood Homestay & Restaurant, Sample Dara,Algarah,P.o. Algarah Dist. Kalimpong, W.B. Pin.734314

For Booking contact, M.7908443702/ 9434383983 Email.sachinprasadalgarah@gmail.com