Sunrise
Pink peaks.
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Tiger Hill is a 2,590 metre summit near Darjeeling in the Indian state of West Bengal, about 11 km from the town by road, with a view that takes in both Kangchenjunga and Mount Everest. At sunrise the peaks of Kangchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain, light up pink and gold before the sun reaches the lower slopes. Kangchenjunga looks taller than Everest because it is much closer: Everest lies 172 km away in a straight line, with Lhotse and Makalu just visible beside it. On clear days you can also see Kurseong to the south and the Teesta, Mahananda and Balason rivers winding down to the plains, while forests and tea gardens fall away below in layers of mist. Most visitors drive up by jeep before dawn or walk from the town centre, and crowds gather for sunrise, so arrive early. It is very cold before dawn even in spring, so bring warm clothes. October to December brings the clearest skies.
Pink peaks.
Third highest mountain.
Below the hill.
Near Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Before dawn.
October to December.