Planted in 1854, this garden enjoys the privilege of being amongst the oldest commercially planted tea garden. The garden overlooks the glorious snow-peaks of Kanchenjungha in the Himalayas, whilst along its green foothills runs the mystical Rangeet river. The garden is sorrounded by verdant forests and produces some exeptional flavoury teas. Some facts about the estate:

• First Garden to fetch world record price of Rs. 10,001 per kilo in 1992.
• One of the oldest Tea Gardens in Darjeeling.
• Longest Garden in the world- 22km stretch.
• Total Area- 436.72 hectares including 100 hectares of re-plantation.
• Area under Irrigation- 200 hectares by Gravitational Force.
• Afforestation- 1,50,000 plants and rising.
• Garden Road- 43 kms stretch
• Lowest Elevation- 1500ft
• Highest Elevation- 6200ft

Courtesy: Jay Shree Tea & Industries LTD.

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