JORE POKHRI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Siliguri, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Jore Pokhri Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Darjeeling District, West Bengal. It is the habitat of some high-altitude animals like Himalayan Salamander, locally known as 'Gora'. Many animals and birds are found there. Jore Pokhari is a small village on a hilltop which is almost 20 kilometers away from Darjeeling town. The main feature of Jore Pokhri is the twin lakes after which the place is been named. Jore means two in Nepali and Pokhri means Lake. The boundary of one lake is surrounded with seating arrangements for visitors, and there is a huge model of snake in the middle of the lake.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Naxalbari Bus Stand |
11.3 KM | 7699993930 |
 Bagdogra Railway Station |
15.7 KM | 139 |
 Bagdogra Airport |
15.8 KM | 0353 269 8431 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 15 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Panighata | 4.5 KM |
Nearest Temples
GHOOM MONASTERY - YIGA CHOELING MONASTERY
Elevated 19th-century Tibetan Buddhist monastery featuring a 15-ft. Buddha statue & sacred texts
Nearest Attractions
OutdoorDREAMLAND AMUSEMENT PARK
It is famous for snow park,go-karts and 7D Theatre
WaterfallsPAGLAJHORA WATERFALLS
It is beautiful waterfall at an elevation of about 6100 feet
DamTEESTA LOW DAM IV
It is a run of the river scheme with diurnal storage for peaking
Hill StationDARJEELING HILL STATION
Darjeeling is a popular tourist destination in North-East India
MuseumRABINDRA MUSEUM
It houses a fine collection of Indian and western style
TrekkingSINGALILA NATIONAL PARK TREK
It is the highest national park in West Bengal
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