The DHR was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, in recognition of its outstanding universal value as a cultural and natural heritage site.

The DHR is a 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge railway, which means that the distance between the rails is 2 feet.

The DHR has 18 stations, including the terminus at Darjeeling and the starting point at Siliguri.

The B-Class locomotives are the primary locomotives used on the DHR. They are steam locomotives that were built in England in the late 1800s.

Ghum is the highest point on the DHR, at an elevation of 7,407 feet (2,258 meters) above sea level.

The DHR is 85 km long, running from Siliguri to Darjeeling.

The average speed of the DHR is 10 km/h, due to the steep gradients and sharp curves on the line.

The DHR has 14 tunnels, including the longest tunnel on the line, which is 1,200 feet (366 meters) long.

The DHR has over 250 bridges, including the iconic Batasia Loop, which is a spiral loop that allows the train to climb the steep gradient.

Tiger Hill is the most popular tourist attraction on the DHR, as it offers stunning views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world.

The best time to visit the DHR is during the spring season (March-May), when the weather is pleasant and the rhododendrons are in bloom.

The cost of a ticket to ride the DHR varies depending on the class of travel, but it typically costs around 200 rupees for a one-way ticket.

Yes, you can book tickets for the DHR online through the Indian Railways website.

Darjeeling Station is the terminus of the DHR.

Siliguri Junction is the starting point of the DHR.