Siliguri is a city which spans across the Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in the Indian state of West Bengal. The city is located on the banks of the Mahananda River and the foothills of the Himalayas.
The closest airport is at Bagdogra (about 125 km from Gangtok and a four and half hour drive) and is connected by air with all the Metros in the country.
Rail
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is the nearest rail head and is also about 125 kms from Gangtok. NJP is also connected with all the major cities of the country with most of trains heading for the north-eastern states making a stop at this junction.
Road
Bus services can be availed from Siliguri to Gangtok from Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, Siliguri. However, it is more convenient to travel in smaller vehicles which are available on seat sharing basis/hire, from near the Bus terminus, airport and railway station.
Bengal Safari
This is a lovely wild life safari located in Mahananda wild life sanctuary close to Siliguri.There is arrangements of elephant rides as well as AC bus safari to differrent enclosures like Tiger,Bear and herbivorous species.Managed by staffs from Forest department with a wild feeling.
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Like most north-eastern regions, momos and soup are delicacies you will find aplenty in Siliguri. Other than that, you can try out the traditiona Monpa cuisine which features a lot of chillies and is quite flavourful.