Himalayan Mountaineering Institute – Discover the Spirit of Adventure

Darjeeling has a remarkable connection with Himalayan mountaineering, and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) celebrates that history. Established in 1954, HMI was founded in the aftermath of the successful first ascent of Mount Everest by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary. Its museum contains a fascinating collection related to mountaineering, including expedition equipment, historic photographs, […]