Our Earth

Our Earth is our singular treasure. At Manjushree Garden, we are working round the clock to cultivate the practices of a Greener Earth and Sustainable World. Here are species you may expect to experience or witness during your stay with us.

Observations | Measures

Flora

It is recorded to host approximately 1052 species and varieties of angiosperms covering 550 genera and 127 families. There are exotic species and medicinal plants grown under human care, e.g., Ipomoea purpurea, Sechium edule, Basella alba, Lonicera japonica, Cobaea scanderns, Passiflora edulis, Solanum jasminioides, Wisteria chinensis et al. In and around our village, Castanopsis Indica, C. Hystrix, Lithocarpus Grandifolia, Michelia Doltsopa, Engelhardtia Spicata, Exbucklandia Populnea, Neolitsaea adorata, etc. are dominants.

Fauna

Home to around 200 species of birds, the Hills will mesmerise you with its varieties of Asian and Migratory beauties. Rusty Bellied Shortwing, Mountain Imperial Pigeon, Rufous Throated Wren Babbler, Gold Naped Finch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Darjeeling Woodpecker are only to name a few. Check with our Explorers beforehand on weather & clothing.

Climate

Building Climate Consciousness is immensely important. Eastern Himalayan Climate is diverse and prolific. It allows all seasons to prosper and blossom. Our Eco School holds regular training sessions and certified courses to make our travellers and villagers equally aware of the scientific methods to preserve our climate and protect our environment.

Water

The Eastern Himalayas receives plenty of water and yet our hill towns suffer from recurring water crisis. Our Rainwater Harvesting program teaches and enables the villagers to preserve natural water sources with minimal, homegrown resources.

Conservation

Conservation of every living being in and around our village is rooted in everything we do. Our Garden and Communities are equally resourceful in taking care of its natural assets. We collaborate with local stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and local communities, to promote sustainable tourism practices and achieve the SDGs. This involves partnering with local conservation initiatives, supporting local development projects, and engaging in transparent and ethical business practices that benefit both parties. By building strong partnerships and working together towards common goals, we promote only sustainable tourism practices and contribute to the achievement of the SDGs.

Education & Awareness Programmes

We emphasise strict principles of identification, acknowledgment, respecting, and valuing the incredibly fragile nature of our cultural heritage. Our Teammates are trained and passionate about working toward every bit of Sustainable Tourism Practices while supporting the local communities.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

We are aligned with the basic and advanced sustainable tourism development programmes and policies designed, instrumented by UNWTO, GSTC, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and every Responsible Tourism patron across the country.

Hope of a Renewable Energy Village

In the face of climate change and energy challenges, our vision stands for conceptualising and transforming our village to a self sustained one by completely banking on renewable energy. By harnessing the power of nature's resources, our communities strive to achieve self-sufficiency while reducing their carbon footprint. Therefore, we explore the measures and vision through constant innovation and evolution in our lifestyle. Ours is a community where we aim to generate energy locally, efficiently, and sustainably, fostering resilience and free from fossil fuels. Every aspect, from housing and transportation to agriculture and tourism, is designed with the principles of sustainability in mind.