Siliguri is a city located in the state of West Bengal, India. This city is located on the foothills of Himalayas and on the banks of River Mahananda. This place is famous for transport, tourism, tea and timber. There are three important railway stations in Siliguri namely Siliguri Junction, New Jalpaiguri Junction and Siliguri Town. The oldest station in the area is Siliguri Town Railway Station, which was opened on 23rd August 1880 during the British period.

This station was the terminus for the trains coming from Kolkata, it is also the starting point for the world famous Darjeeling Himalaya Railway for journey to Darjeeling. Siliguri Junction is the point of departure for all the trains to the northeastern states. Siliguri Junction is the only station where all the three gauges are used in India. The entire Calcutta-Siliguri line was converted to 1,676 mm broad gauge and in 1947, following the partition of India.

Facilities at the Siliguri Railway Station –

Siliguri railway station facilitates the following amenities including air conditions and Non-AC waiting rooms, spacious retiring rooms, state government information centre for tourists, and a well equipped bookstall. Siliguri Railway Station also has three retiring rooms that are two bedded and a dormitory that is four-bedded. Closest airport to Siliguri Railway Station is Bagdogra Airport situated at a distance of 10.45 Km / 6.49 Miles.

Restaurants near the Siliguri Railway Station –

There are numerous hotels and restaurants situated near Siliguri Railway Station and passengers can enjoy different cuisines in these restaurants. Siliguri being a famous tourist spot, a large number of tourists from different parts of the world unite here. Due to a high number of Nepalese and Tibetans living in Siliguri, the city offers an excellent selection of authentic Tibetan and Nepali delicacies. In addition, there are also several good quality restaurants specializing in Western and Chinese cuisine, as well as a considerable number of US fast food outlets.
Some of the popular restaurants situated near Siliguri railway station are as follows:-

• TravelKhana – 08800313131
• Khana Khajana
• Punjabi Kadhai
• Tai Wah Chinese Restaurant

At Siliguri Railway Station, the passengers can also avail food from the online portal of TravelKhana.com. The website facilitates in serving food to the passengers at their respective seats. Passengers can easily go through the food menu from their website and order the food online. There are wide varieties of food options, which can efficiently, availed from the online portal of TravelKhana.com.

Famous Food of Siliguri –

Siliguri has a unique blend of Indian, Tibetan, and Nepali food, which is reflected on the menu card of all these eateries. Momos, Thupka, Wai Wai, and Sael roti are the dishes from different origins, but the taste that they offer is simply out of the world. And coming to beverages, what Siliguri can offer better than its Darjeeling Tea. The mild brew of the typical Darjeeling tea is such a breather after the hectic rides and strolls along the splendid natural environs of this beautiful city.

Siliguri serves rich cuisine of Himalayan ranges. Steamed momos are the famous snacks of the city. Breakfast with momos on the popular road side dhabas are just mouth watering for you. Never miss to have a hand on this momos. Another snack that can be tasted is Wai Wai. It is a packaged snack cooked using noodles and can be eaten dry or in soup form.

Chinese foods are majorly followed during the day time. Top restaurants in the market area provide delicious Chinese cuisines, which are unmatched with any other Chinese food, are available across the country. Thupka a form of noodle, are a popular soup served by the road side dhabas of Siliguri. A large variety of cuisine ranging from continental to Indian is served by the top restaurants of Siliguri.

Trains Passing through Siliguri Railway Station (SGUJ) –