Photo Credit: Mohammad Mustafizur Rahman
Visit the Darjeeling Photo Gallery for more photos of Darjeeling’s attractions
Visit the Darjeeling Photo Gallery for more photos of Darjeeling’s attractions
Batasia Loop is the scenic gigantic railway loop where the Darjeeling toy train makes a 360 degree turn. Batasia Loop is about 5 kilometers from the main Darjeeling town and was built to help the train negotiate the steep landscape. It is perched at a perfect location to offer a panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range, especially Mt. Kanchenjunga.
Confined within the loop is the War Memorial that pays homage to brave soldiers who have laid down their lives in wars since 1947. Near the Batasia Loop and the War Memorial, there is a small market selling local memorabilia and souvenirs.
Thank you for an informative site and some interesting articles. Darjeeling is indeed rather special and a trip on the “Toy Train” is highly recommended!