Jamuni is one of the emerging and most beloved picnic and tourism destinations in the Darjeeling hills, located just 12 km from Darjeeling town — approximately an hour's drive. Spread across 13 acres of beautiful terrain, Jamuni is a place where hills, forests, tea gardens, and a sparkling river come together in perfect harmony, creating one of the most picturesque spots in the Darjeeling region.
About Jamuni, Darjeeling
The journey to Jamuni is an adventure in itself. The steep mountain roads wind through magnificent tea gardens, thick forests, charming villages, small farms, nurseries, and orange orchards — each kilometre offering something new and beautiful to the traveller. This road also serves as a useful connector between Darjeeling and the south-western parts of Sikkim, passing through Jamuni.
As you descend towards Jamuni, visitors notice a distinct shift in weather — Jamuni is considerably warmer than Darjeeling town, making it particularly inviting in the cooler months.
Key Attractions at Jamuni
Jamuni has been developed further by the GTA (Gorkhaland Territorial Administration) with a range of new facilities and attractions, including:
