Observatory Hill
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The Observatory Hill
is one of the most ancient sites in Darjeeling. It is locally known as
“Makal-Babu-Ko-Thaan”. As the name
suggests, this place on a hill top is one of the greatest spots in Darjeeling
to observe the panoramic views of the mountains and it also has a temple at the
summit called the Mahakal Temple. The Observatory Hill is located at the Mall
area and is encircled at its bottom by the Mall Road. As you walk along the
Mall road, you will see this steep hill rising on one side. The Mahakal Temple atop the hill is a highly revered place
for the locals. One amazing thing that you can observe in this temple is a
Hindu priest and a Buddhist monk sharing a common altar. The Hill offers the most
spectacular view of snow-capped peaks, including the majestic Mount Kanchenjunga
in the far distance.
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