About Pine View Nursery
Pine View Nursery is a well-known private cactus and succulent nursery located on Atisha Road in Kalimpong, West Bengal. Established in 1971, it houses one of the largest collections of cacti in India with thousands of species and varieties, along with succulents, orchids and ornamental plants. Set on terraced slopes, it is a major horticultural attraction reflecting Kalimpong's long-standing floriculture tradition.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect terraced greenhouses and open display areas filled with potted cacti, succulents, orchids and other ornamental plants arranged in rows and shelves. The nursery is set on a hillside with stepped paths, shade houses and polyhouses. Visitors can walk through the collection, observe rare and imported cactus varieties, take photographs and purchase plants and seeds where available. The setting offers views of the surrounding hills and a quiet, garden-like environment.
Key highlights
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One of the largest collections of cacti and succulents in India with over 1500 varieties
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Terraced greenhouses and shade houses displaying rare, imported and hybrid cactus species
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Collection of orchids, succulents and other ornamental flowering plants
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Opportunity to purchase cactus plants, succulents and seeds
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Hillside location near Kalimpong town with organized display and photography opportunities
History of Pine View Nursery
Established in 1971 by the late Mohan S. Pradhan, Pine View Nursery started as a private collection and grew into one of Asia's largest cactus nurseries. It reflects Kalimpong's development as a centre for floriculture and horticulture in the Eastern Himalayas during the 20th century.
Culture & Context
Represents Kalimpong's horticultural heritage and its reputation as a flower and nursery town in West Bengal, contributing to local tourism and plant trade traditions.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB) near Siliguri, about 75-80 km away; from the airport take a taxi or bus to Kalimpong. |
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