Magnificent Dhotrey and Tonglu
Harmoniously spread majorly in West Bengal, Sikkim and partly far-western Nepal, the Singalila Ridge with untouched perennial greenery and sheltering some immaculate wildlife within, prevails the Singalila National Park. Dhotrey or Dhotre is a small Himalayan village located within the buffe r zone of Singalila National Park in Darjeeling district of West Bengal. It is situated at 8500 ft. above sea level in eastern Hi malaya. Dhotr ey h a s only 11 kms distance from Darjeeling. At present trekkers and nature lovers can stay at Dhotrey, in the village homestays or in the trekker's huts. Jeep, car and bus services are available regularly from Darjeeling, Sukhiapokhri and NJP via Manebhanjang. Dhotrey is an alternative starting poi nt for the San dakphu trek, w hich has gained popularity over the years owing to the fact that it cuts the trek down by 5 kms. In past lo gs were collected by the Forest Department with 5 Km long ropeway. The ropeway was demolished in the mid-8