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Darjeeling district is the northernmost district of the Indian state of West Bengal in eastern India. It is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas . This district is famous for its enchanting scenery, hill stations, beautiful surroundings and tea gardens. The district headquarters is located in Darjeeling city . The name Darjeeling is derived from two Tibetan words, Dorje and Ling, which mean the land of thunderbolts. The history of the Darjeeling district is associated with Sikkim, East India Company, Nepal and Bhutan. The Himalayan Railway of Darjeeling is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites . Nestled amidst rolling mountains with Mount Kangchenjunga glistening above the azure sky, Darjeeling, affectionately called the "Queen of Hills", offers a perfect gateway for those seeking to reconcile with nature. It is the land of the world heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway where the age-old miniature steam locomotive is the main attraction of tourists. The weather he...