Salugara Monastery

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India /West Bengal /Darjeeling /Siliguri

Salugara Monastery is located in the outskirts of Siliguri, situted 6 km from the city. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Salugara Monastery has a 100 foot Stupa Holding five relics sacred to the Buddhists, the Stupa is highly revered by all. A serene and tranquil atmosphere surrounds the Monastery, making it the perfect place to get away from the crowded city and rejuvenate oneself. Lush landscaped gardens and the surrounding hills add to the feeling of peace and create an atmosphere perfect for meditation and prayer.

Salugara Monastery

HistoryEdit

Salugara Monastery was established by the followers of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Monastery has a 100 foot Stupa, which was commissioned by the Tibetan Lama, Kalu Rinpoche.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 6.00 PM

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hours.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Haveli ; Hillcart Road, Siliguri 734001, India ; Ph/M – (91)9800803395 ; Food Serve – Chinese, Indian, Continental, Bar

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are obtainable from the airport to Siliguri, additionally on Darjeeling and Gangtok, although these are expensive. Cheaper choices are available from Siliguri bus station.

Bus : Siliguri is well connected through West Bengal State Road Transport Corporation (WBSRTC) and some private travel services. Siliguri Bus Station is located across the street from the Sher-e-Punjab Hotel on Hill Cart Road (Tenzing Norgay Road).

Train : Nearest railway station is Gulma Railway Station, which is about 5.7 km away from Salugara Monastery.

Air : Nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport is 14 km from the center of Siliguri and has links with most major Indian cities. Taxis are available from the airport to Siliguri, as well as to Darjeeling and Gangtok, though these are expensive. Cheapest options are available from Siliguri bus station.

Others : Moving in and around Siliguri is reasonable. Cycle-rickshaws, Auto-rickshaws, buses, taxis are simply accessible in almost each region. One will walk round the market place. Cycle-rickshaws will be hired to to move around among the radius of 1-2 kilometre. The fares are pretty nominal. To travel concerning 5-10 kilometre, one will hire/share auto-rickshaws. You simply need to stop one and once you leave you pay a fixed amount.