Nagri Tea Estate is located in the RungBong Valley in southwest Darjeeling which stands at an altitude ranging from 790 to 2165 m. and covering an area of about 571.37 hectares. Nagri is known locally as "Makarjung" and apart from tea, exotic orchids, deliciously sweet oranges, ginger and cardamom are also grown in Nagri Tea Estate. The name Nagri is derived from the words Nav Gauri, meaning the nine incarnations of the Goddess Parvati. According to Hindu mythology the goddess in various forms appeared on the earth to the slay demons and bring peace to the world. The Nagri Tea Estate is on gentle slopes and boasts a mixed variety of China and Assam hybrids. Nagri Tea Estate employs 906 workers and is organic in its nature of production.

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