Darjeeling, West Bengal · Darjeeling travel guide
Historic boarding school with colonial charm and scenic campus
Founded in 1900, this sprawling boarding school in Kalimpong is set amid scenic surroundings. Originally established for orphans, it now educates students from across India. The campus includes Gothic architecture, playgrounds, and chapels. It�s a notable example of colonial-era educational institutions.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 9:30 AM–12 PM — visiting hours, clear mountain views on good days |
| Best months | Mar–May, Oct–Nov |
| Months to avoid | Jun–Sep |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri: 10:30–11:30 AM; Sat: Closed; Sun: 2:30–11:30 AM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (271 reviews) |
Campus is open to visitors mainly on Sundays; monsoon mist hides views.
Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
9:30 AM–12 PM, for visiting hours, clear mountain views on good days. The best months are Mar–May, Oct–Nov.
Entry is free.
Mon–Fri: 10:30–11:30 AM; Sat: Closed; Sun: 2:30–11:30 AM.
Modest dress in the church