ADVERTISEMENT

G20 delegates experience the beauty of the Queen of the Hills

Delegates take Toy Train ride, visit tea garden and attend cultural programmes

My Kolkata Web Desk Published 04.04.23, 06:08 PM
The meeting of the second Tourism Working Group under India’s G20 presidency which was held at Siliguri, West Bengal between April 1 and 3. Delegates from various countries like United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada, Germany, Japan, Brazil and others were welcomed at the Bagdogra Airport on April 1 with folk dance
1 8

The meeting of the second Tourism Working Group under India’s G20 presidency which was held at Siliguri, West Bengal between April 1 and 3. Delegates from various countries like United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada, Germany, Japan, Brazil and others were welcomed at the Bagdogra Airport on April 1 with folk dance

G20/Twitter
ADVERTISEMENT
The meeting included two side events, an inaugural session, working group meetings, and a series of bilateral meetings. On Day 2, the delegates began their morning with yoga and meditation in Siliguri
2 8

The meeting included two side events, an inaugural session, working group meetings, and a series of bilateral meetings. On Day 2, the delegates began their morning with yoga and meditation in Siliguri

G20/Twitter
Delegates also flagged off the Himalayan Drive Car Rally in Siliguri on the second day. Set amid the natural beauty of the Himalayas and its challenging terrain, the car rally is a real test of skill for the rally participants and showcases tourism potential of the region
3 8

Delegates also flagged off the Himalayan Drive Car Rally in Siliguri on the second day. Set amid the natural beauty of the Himalayas and its challenging terrain, the car rally is a real test of skill for the rally participants and showcases tourism potential of the region

G20/Twitter
On the third day, delegates visited Batasia loop in Darjeeling and took a joyous ride on the iconic Toy Train of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
4 8

On the third day, delegates visited Batasia loop in Darjeeling and took a joyous ride on the iconic Toy Train of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

PIB/Twitter
The working group meeting was preceded by a side event on April 1 on the theme, ‘Adventure Tourism as a vehicle for achieving Sustainable Development Goals’. At the  discussion, panelists spoke on best practices, success stories, prospects, and issues in the field of Adventure Tourism
5 8

The working group meeting was preceded by a side event on April 1 on the theme, ‘Adventure Tourism as a vehicle for achieving Sustainable Development Goals’. At the discussion, panelists spoke on best practices, success stories, prospects, and issues in the field of Adventure Tourism

G20/Twitter
The delegates and participants also visited Makaibari Tea Estate and  participated in moonlight tea leaf plucking and tea tasting
6 8

The delegates and participants also visited Makaibari Tea Estate and participated in moonlight tea leaf plucking and tea tasting

G20/Twitter & PIB/Twitter
G20 delegates visited Raj Bhavan, the summer residence of the Governor of West Bengal, known for its old world charm. Delegates were hosted by the Governor for a unique culinary experience
7 8

G20 delegates visited Raj Bhavan, the summer residence of the Governor of West Bengal, known for its old world charm. Delegates were hosted by the Governor for a unique culinary experience

PIB/Twitter
The delegates were treated to a captivating display of artistry through folk performances at Chowrasta, Darjeeling’s public square
8 8

The delegates were treated to a captivating display of artistry through folk performances at Chowrasta, Darjeeling’s public square

G20/Twitter
Follow us on:
ADVERTISEMENT

MORE IN PICTURES

Share this article

CLOSE