Rishop or Rishyap, developed recently in 1998, is rapidly becoming a popular tourist point.

Situated
over the Neora valley at an altitude of 2,360 m, this hill station at the foot of Tiffin Dara comprises a
Lepcha hamlet and a few resorts.An excellent view of Kanchenjungha from 'Tiffin Dara' in Rishop
attracts tourists to this place. Sunrise in Rishop will be in memory for years. The blue mountains of
Sikkim by its side are also worth watching. Nathu La and Jalep La are also visible from Rishop.
Sunset turns the snow-capped pinnacles into pink and gold. Only 11 km from Lava (walking distance
- 4 km through pakdandi) & 27 kms from Kalimpong, Rishop is covered with Dhupi, pine and
rhododendron trees. 'Ri' stands for Mountain Peak & some say it 'lofty' & 'shop' means Old aged trees.
At Rishop the night sky is bright and clear. It may seem that the stars have come closer. Far below,
one can view the lights twinkling in the nearby towns and villages.
Southeast of Rishop is the Lava monastery. The entire village is not covered by motor able road. To
see the whole village, you have to walk down the mountains with majestic Kanchenjungha standing in
front.
Still maintaining its virginity, Rishop is not crowded with hotels & restaurants. Only a few
hotels/resorts have been set up. Most of the local residents depend entirely on agriculture for their
living. Potato and Maize are produced in slopes of step farming, which is another beauty to witness.
An eco-tourism committee was set up here so that the village could be properly developed. Rishop
after is growing steadily in terms of no. of tourists and nature lovers.
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Lava is a small village that is situated in the Kalimpong district of the state of West Bengal. The place
is well renowned for its beauty and it attracts nature enthusiasts and adventure buffs. The town is
situated at an altitude and this makes it a perfect place for many outdoor activities such as trekking,
hiking and climbing. There are several trekking routes in the nearby forests and these are worth
exploring. The people of the village still follow a traditional lifestyle and they are friendly and
welcoming.
The place is said to be a haven for bird watchers and numerous species of migratory birds can be seen
in the area. Some of them include the rusty bellied short wing, blue robin, fulvetta, finch, wren
babbler and many more rare birds. The forests of the region are relatively untouched and they are
teeming with wildlife and these include the black bear and barking deer. There are several picnic spots
in the region and these are ideal for spending the day in the outdoors. You can also visit the old
Buddhist monastery that is located amongst the hills of Lava. The Neora National Park can be reached
from Lava and permits are available here.
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Lolegaon
One of the least trodden hamlets in the hidden Kalimpong hill Lolegaon is a stunning offbeat tourist
destination. If you are looking for a break from the modernized travel destinations and want to spend
few leisurely days in the vast natural canvas thrown open before you, Lolegaon is the best bet.
Nestled atop of a flat hill on a forested ridge at an altitude of 5500ft Loleygaon / Lolegaon is a place
of
ethereal
wilderness
and
tranquility.
Basically a small Lepcha village also known as Kafer, Lolegaon is a recent inclusion in tourism map
of West Bengal for its magnificent view of Greater Himalayan snow ranges over the entire horizon.
Viewing sunrise over the snow peaks from Jhandidara - a wooded hilltop - is perhaps the most

treasured memory of being at Lolegaon. In a clear day all major peaks of Kanchenjunga massif can be
seen from Jhandidara. Even the glorious Mt Everest can be seen from Jhandi Dsara (Jhandi = Flag

, Dara = Top) as your eyes sweep across the layers of mountains and valleys and reach at the distant
corner, where the highest peak in the world is touched by the first rays of the Sun.
Lolegaon is a fabulous destination for the lovers of wildlife in their natural habitat. The age-old forest
of towering pine, cypress and oaks with their mossy trunk is an ideal place for watching endangered
Himalayan species like black bear and mountain goats, numerous colourful birds and butterflies and
rare orchids. The Heritage Forest at 10 minutes walking distance is the place to feel the exquisite
wealth that nature has showered here. The recently built wooden hanging foot bridge over the canopy
of the huge trees is a special attraction. Popularly known as 'The Canopy Walk' it offers an
unforgettable experience, which allows you to get close to the trees.
Lolegaon offers some exciting short treks in the remote kalimpong hills. A day trek to Samthar or
Relly in the unseen lower Himalayas can be a real opportunity to know the different aspects of lives in
Indian countryside.
Considered to be the tourism mascot of West Bengal, the Lolegaon is the majestic icon of the
place. It is an obvious choice if one wants to go far from the hustle and bustle of the city to refresh
ones mind. It is one of the stunning place for the tourists and it is something that one may define as
out of ordinary. Lolegaon the land of unending beauty lies in the Kalimpong hills. It has a
mesmerizing scenic beauty with a tranquil and serene environment. For nature lovers, it is truly a feast
for eyes. The main attraction of the place after its natural beauty is the wildlife. It is also a perfect
destination for the animal lovers. It has an age-old forest with pine, cypress and oak and their mossy
trunk that is considered to be a perfect place to have a glimpse of the Himalayan endangered species
such as black bear, mountain goats, numerous birds and different varieties of species. Trekking is
undoubtedly an attraction in itself as choices and variety of places with hills is innumerable. Tourism
in Lolegaon is on its boom these days. Lolegaon is legendary in West Bengal for its peaceful nature
and simplicity. The natural beauty of Lolegaon is remarkable. A short trip to Lolegaon, spot lightening
a few interesting places the tourist must visit during their stay.
Tourists attraction in Lolegaon
It has ample of interesting destination for the tourists.
Lava Monastery- it is located at the top of the hill surrounded by a forest. It is a holy place for
the Buddhists. This place was first opened by seven monks but with due course of time it expanded. It
is a must visit place in Lolegaon that would increase the charm of the tour of the tourists.
Kunchendzong Mountain Ranges- it gives an astounding view of the hill nearby mountain
ranges with variety of flora and fauna. The other sightseeing that lies nearby to Lolegaon Lava,
Rishyap, Rishi, Pedong, Rikisom etc.
Jhandidara- the major activity of the place is trekking and bird watching. One can enjoy
varieties of bird over here and the beauty of the place attracts large number of tourists every year.
Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary- this place is famous for elephants. Other animals that one may
find in this place are leopard, Indian Bison, wild boar, royal Bengal tiger and different species of
reptiles etc.