10 Things to do at Chota Mangwa

Chota Mangwa is located on the top of Mangwa hill in the district of Darjeeling and attracts tourists for its peaceful atmosphere and farmland. From a vantage point, you may get a great view of the river Teesta and Kalimpong town on the other side of the river. The finger millet (Bajra or Ragi) is naturally cultivated in the hills of Kalimpong. The Lepcha people of the hills call it ‘Maong-waa’. This is the origin of the name of two adjacent villages west of the Teesta river, the Bara Mangwa and Chota Mangwa villages. Chota Mangwa is a charming quiet village located amidst orange gardens with majestic views of Mt. Kanchenjungha. Winding village alleys passing through landscaped gardens and cottages with view points located everywhere along the mountain slopes make this village one of the undiscovered gems of Eastern Himalayas. This relatively new destination nestles at the top of the Mangwa hill in the Darjeeling district, offering picturesque view of the snaking Teesta River and magnificent mountains. Chota Mangwa, is an eco village where no vehicles ply within its area and tourists must leave their car before entering it. A trip to this exotic destination will offer you the true essence of village life nestled in the lap of mountain. Book homestays in Chota Mangwa