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GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
घुम
ঘুম

Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Dec 18 2022 (22:01)
Ghoom railway station is nestled amidst the breathtaking hills of Darjeeling, West Bengal. It's a charming station with two platforms, known for its captivating views of the Himalayan landscape. The station offers basic amenities like a waiting room and ticket counters, and is a popular spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts.

Tourism

The Ghoom Monastery, perched atop a hill, offers panoramic views.
The Batasia Loop, a unique engineering marvel with a beautiful garden.
The Mahakal Temple, a sacred Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The Peace Pagoda, a serene Buddhist temple with stunning views.
The Tiger Hill, famous for its breathtaking sunrise views of Kanchenjunga.

Food

The Tibetan Kitchen serves authentic Tibetan vegetarian dishes.
The Darjeeling Momo House offers a wide variety of steaming momos.
The Glenary's serves delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
The Keventers offers refreshing ice creams and milkshakes.
The Himalayan Cafe serves traditional Nepali vegetarian dishes.

Station Address

Hill Cart Road, Ghoom, Darjeeling, Pin-734102
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 2258 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar


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Rating: 4.8/5 (16 votes)
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May 11 2021 (12:52)   GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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Ghum railway station of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is the highest railway station in the India. It is situated at an altitude of 2,258 metres (7,407 ft).[2] The place is the home of the Ghum Monastery and the Batasia Loop, a bend of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
BG mein sabse ucha station konsa hai ?
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May 31 2020 (20:27)   52593/Darjeeling - Ghoom - Darjeeling JoyRide Steam | DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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Toy train ride in UNESCO World Heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) from Darjeeling to Ghum via Batasia Loop
Steam loco named "Bronco" of Darjeeling Shed is in-charge for this trip.
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Celebration of Two Decades as "WORLD HERITAGE SITE"
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Feb 01 2017 (16:17)   52588/Darjeeling - Kurseong (Toy Train) Passenger | GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs) | TDH/NDM-6/601
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What a mess arrival at Ghoom !!!
Suri and Nayar Engineering & Loco Co. (SAN,Bangalore) manufactured 400hp Diesel - Hydraulic Locomotive NDM6 #601 powering Joy ride arriving on a busy noon to Ghoom
Pic Credits:Fabrice Lanoue
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Jun 08 2019 (15:47)   GHUM/Ghoom (2 PFs)
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The fares of trains operating as a part of the DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY have been updated w.e.f. 01/06/2019....the pic shows the revised fares for each class present in each train....
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As displayed at Ghoom Station....
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