Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling

The Peace Pagoda is a white, circular structure that rises approximately 28.5 meters in height with a diameter of 23 meters. Built on the slopes of Jalapahar Hills, the monument features concrete lions guarding the staircase approach to the main entrance.

Japanese Buddhist monk Nichidatsu Fujii laid the foundation stone in 1972 to establish this sacred site. The completed structure opened to the public in 1992.

Four gold-covered Buddha statues in different poses sit within the structure, each representing a distinct aspect of Buddhist practice. Visitors moving through the space encounter these figures arranged to show the journey of meditation and enlightenment.

The site is open daily from early morning until evening without any entry fee, making it accessible to all visitors. Prayer sessions happen twice daily at dawn and dusk if you want to experience the spiritual practice in action.

From the pagoda visitors can see the snow-capped peaks of the Kanchenjunga range in the distance, creating a striking view from the site. The elevated location combines spiritual practice with mountain scenery that many people pass by without noticing.

Location: Darjeeling

GPS coordinates: 27.02756,88.25900

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:58