Cultural Canvas

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The famous Toy Train journey from Siliguri to Darjeeling passes through Batasia Loop (a Windy Place) which is 5 kms from Darjeeling city. Batasia Loop is situated between Ghoom (the world's highest point where Locomotive engines operate) and the cities of Darjeeling and Kolkata. The Batasia Loop attracts tourists who want to take in the spectacular panoramic view of Mt. Kalchhenjunga and other snow-capped Himalayan Peaks. They also want to witness the engineering miracle of Darjeeling-Himalayan Railways where the railway line moves almost imperceptibly in a circle descending 1000 ft. At the heart of Batasia Loop, there is a War Memorial. This memorial was built by the DSB, Darjeeling to commemorate the brave Gorkha soldiers who sacrificed their lives to safeguard the sovereignty of the nation since independence. The memorial was inaugurated on 22nd March 1995. The local people congregate here to sell handicrafts & woolen items to tourists.