Description:

• Risheehat tea estate, nestled in the picturesque Darjeeling hills, has a rich history.
• Originally known as Tshering Bagan, it was established by the British in the 1900s.
• The name “Tshering” was inspired by the local tribe of the same name.
• Later, it was rechristened as Risheehat, which translates to “Home of Holy Saints”.
• The estate’s serene surroundings evoke a sense of spiritual tranquility.
• Situated about 14 to 16 kilometers southeast of Darjeeling town, Risheehat offers breathtaking vistas of the mighty Himalayas.
  
• The garden is divided into two major sections: Risheehat and Liza-Hill.
• The tea bushes thrive at an average elevation ranging from of 4500 feet above sea level, contributing to the unique flavor profiles of the teas produced here.
• It is one of the few tea gardens that has succeeded in achieving both quality and production volume using organic farming methods.