Rishyap

In their quest for hill stations void of traffic, some enterprising tourists found this gem in the northern part of West Bengal. Visitors are virtually floored at the outstanding sight of the Kanchanaganga mountains from this hill station. Founded at the start of this century, Rishyap is slowly coming to prominence as an alternative to the other known hill stations located nearby. The amazing meadows and the deep valleys, combined with the tranquillity of the place, all make Rishyap a good getaway. The people are still waking up to the potential of tourism and go out of their way to make the visitors comfortable. If your hill station outing is to be at a place that is quiet with limited movement and activities, then Rishyap is waiting for you. It is a feast for the eyes and pleasing to the mind. October to April is the best time to visit Rishyap. It is located about 28 kilometres from Kalimpong, the district headquarters. New Jalpaiguri, at 115 kilometres, is the nearest railway station, and Bagdogra, at nearly 125 kilometres, is the nearest airport.