evidence: The Ilam Shree Antu Danda tour is a short and scenic tour that offers stunning views of the eastern Himalayas, the Terai landscape, and the tea-growing regions of Darjeeling. [...] The Antu Danda viewpoint offers panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas to the north, the Terai landscape to the south, and the tea-growing regions of Darjeeling to the east. On clear days, Mt. Everest can also be seen. Ilam is a diverse area, home to various ethnic groups such as Limbu, Rai, Lepcha, Magar, Tamang, and others. Visitors can also opt to stay with a Lepcha community through homestay and learn more about their unique culture and traditions. Antu Danda offers well-facilitated hotels and cottages for accommodation. The development of these facilities is a result of the increasing flow of tourists visiting Ilam and hiking up to the Shree Antu hill.