Coronation Bridge

Coronation Bridge, also known as Sevoke Bridge or Baghpool, is a historic arch bridge spanning the Teesta River at Sevoke in Darjeeling district, West Bengal. Built between 1937 and 1941 to commemorate the coronation of King George VI, it connects Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts on National Highway 31. Notable for its Roman-inspired arch design, scenic Himalayan foothill setting, and engineering significance, it serves as a gateway to Dooars, Kalimpong and Sikkim.

Visitors can expect a large pinkish concrete arch bridge spanning the Teesta River gorge surrounded by forested Himalayan foothills and steep valley slopes. The bridge carries National Highway 31 traffic with narrow pedestrian walkways on both sides. Visitors can view the wide riverbed, turquoise river waters, and surrounding hills from the bridge and from roadside viewpoints at either end. The experience is primarily sightseeing and photography, with small tea stalls and the Sevoke Kali Mandir nearby, and continuous vehicular movement across the bridge.

Built between 1937 and 1941 to commemorate the coronation of King George VI in 1937. Designed by British engineer John Chambers and executed by J.C. Gammon, it was constructed to replace ferry crossings over the Teesta and improve connectivity to the hill areas. It was the last major bridge built during British rule in the region and is noted for its Roman arch engineering.

Locally known as Baghpool due to two tiger statues at one entrance, the bridge is a landmark gateway to the Dooars, Kalimpong, Darjeeling hills and Sikkim. The adjacent Sevoke Kali Mandir on the riverbank is a locally revered shrine visited by travelers crossing the bridge.