Why Darjeeling is perfect for ‘Murder In The Hills’ In the underbelly of a beautiful tourist location lies, death, deceit, scandal and suspense Anjan Dutt | Published 21.07.21, 02:17 AM
The road from Kurseong to Darjeeling is filled with houses on either side. Except for the brief patch before Ghoom, which still reminds me of my schooldays. The Darjeeling town has far more concrete. Big hotels with shopping arcades remind you of other overcrowded hill stations. Yet, the Chowkbazar, the narrow lanes, winding back alleys, Alubari Road, Jalapahar, Mall Road, Lovers Lane, road to Birch Hill… despite the wires, the cars, the ravages of political unrest and change, Darjeeling still retains a certain quaint charm and beauty that makes it an ideal setti