Toryok is a beautiful village hideaway located in Middle Sitong near Kurseong. This picturesque North Bengal hamlet is a new entry in the tourism map of Bengal. With a meager population of just 600 people, the village, although small, has got a spread-out appearance due to the fact that all the houses are located some distance apart from each other. The calm and scenic surroundings of the village provide you the perfect company while you stare at the horizon where the mighty snow-capped peaks stand tall against the sky. Toryok offers its visitors some fantastic views of the Eastern Himalayas - from the imposing Mt. Kanchenjunga range to the meandering Riyang River and the soothing greenery of the forests embracing the place. As the entire region is a forest area, the place is also home to an innumerable variety of birds. So if you are looking for a quiet, peaceful haven where you can unwind from the hectic life schedule, this is the ideal place for you.
Sightseeing and Activities
The quaint village of Toryok is surrounded by orange orchards, jharu and cardamom plantations. You can enjoy a leisurely walk past the orchards and plantations while savouring the exquisite natural beauty of the place. A 1 km downward hike will take you to Buddha Falls. You may also visit the Sherpa Monastery situated at the end of the village. The neighbouring village of Mamring is primarily inhabited by the Lepchas. Their houses built in an unique traditional architectural style are an attraction in itself. There are many other places of tourist interest near Toryok. Ahaldara Viewpoint, Namthing Pokhri, Tamang Gumpha, Maldiram Viewpoint are a short drive away and can be visited on a day excursion. On another day, you can visit the nearby tourist places of Mongpu, Bagora, Chimney and Kurseong.
Best Time to Visit
Toryok can be visited all throughout the year except during the months of December and January when the weather gets quite chilly. During the summer months of April to June, the weather is pleasant. The misty cloudy weather during the rainy months of July to September gives a magical look to the entire area. October to November is the best time to get a sweeping view of the region along with Mt. Kanchenjunga range.
How to Reach
Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. Siliguri is 2 km from New Jalpaiguri station. Toryok is 68 km from Siliguri. You can hire a car from Siliguri to reach Toryok via Rohini Road, Dilaram and Pokritar. Car charges from Siliguri to Toryok is around Rs. 3000. Alternatively you can also reach Toryok via Kalimpong and Mongpu.
Accommodation
Rashika Homestay
Tariff: ₹1000/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 9733279212
Ryang Homestay
Tariff: ₹1250/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 7980453218
Mukhia Homestay
Tariff: ₹1200/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 9733454779
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Sightseeing and Activities
The quaint village of Toryok is surrounded by orange orchards, jharu and cardamom plantations. You can enjoy a leisurely walk past the orchards and plantations while savouring the exquisite natural beauty of the place. A 1 km downward hike will take you to Buddha Falls. You may also visit the Sherpa Monastery situated at the end of the village. The neighbouring village of Mamring is primarily inhabited by the Lepchas. Their houses built in an unique traditional architectural style are an attraction in itself. There are many other places of tourist interest near Toryok. Ahaldara Viewpoint, Namthing Pokhri, Tamang Gumpha, Maldiram Viewpoint are a short drive away and can be visited on a day excursion. On another day, you can visit the nearby tourist places of Mongpu, Bagora, Chimney and Kurseong.
Best Time to Visit
Toryok can be visited all throughout the year except during the months of December and January when the weather gets quite chilly. During the summer months of April to June, the weather is pleasant. The misty cloudy weather during the rainy months of July to September gives a magical look to the entire area. October to November is the best time to get a sweeping view of the region along with Mt. Kanchenjunga range.
How to Reach
Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. Siliguri is 2 km from New Jalpaiguri station. Toryok is 68 km from Siliguri. You can hire a car from Siliguri to reach Toryok via Rohini Road, Dilaram and Pokritar. Car charges from Siliguri to Toryok is around Rs. 3000. Alternatively you can also reach Toryok via Kalimpong and Mongpu.
Accommodation
Rashika Homestay
Tariff: ₹1000/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 9733279212
Ryang Homestay
Tariff: ₹1250/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 7980453218
Mukhia Homestay
Tariff: ₹1200/- per person with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tel: 9733454779
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