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Green Diamond looks like a natural diamond. Green Diamond created by Green Lab Diamonds was created using sustainable energy in a lab. The diamond reflects earth-mined diamonds’ chemical and optical properties. It is also eco-friendly, as eco-diversified resources like solar and wind. A 7.5-carat green diamond was gifted by PM Narendra Modi to US First Lady on his visit to the USA in June 2023

PM Narendra Modi gifts a lab-grown 7.5-carat green diamond to US First Lady Dr Jill Biden

The diamond reflects earth-mined diamonds’ chemical and optical properties. It is also eco-friendly, as eco-diversified resources like solar and wind power were used in its making. pic.twitter.com/5A7EzTcpeL
— ANI (@ANI) June 22, 2023

Once upon a time, India was the only place where diamonds could be mined. Many of the famous diamonds like Kohinoor, the Hope diamond, the Dresden Green diamond, and the Shah diamond were from the Golconda diamond mines and belonged to Indian royal families or Indian Gods and Goddesses. Over time through the twists and turns of time, they have ended up displayed in various museums. Source. India, Brazil, and South Africa diamond mines and the diamonds have a tragic history .

What is a Green Diamond?

Green colored diamond formed naturally was valued as a Green Diamond. Formed due to exposure to Uranium. The 41-carat Dresden Green Diamond mined from Golconda mines is one such rare Green colored natural diamond. That was discovered around 1722. The real Dresden Green Diamond can be seen at the Green Vault of the Staatliche Kunstsammlunge,

But Green energy used to create lab-grown diamonds is the new trending “Green Diamond” whose color may or may not be Green. Dresden, as part of the Saxon electors’ jewelry collection.

Green Diamonds found after 1940 are probably lab irradiated. Source

The box contains the idol of Ganesha, a Hindu deity considered as the destroyer of obstacles and the one who is worshipped first among all gods. The idol has been handcrafted by a family of fifth-generation silversmiths from Kolkata.

The box also contains A diya (oil lamp) that… pic.twitter.com/23eV5ZsWfC
— ANI (@ANI) June 22, 2023

Other items gifted by PM Narendra Modi

Is it Really Green?

Its produced using Green or eco-friendly methods in the lab.

The diamond, artificially grown in a lab using hi-tech technology, emits only 0.028 grams of carbon per carat and is certified by the Gemological Lab. Natural diamonds can emit more than 125 pounds of carbon and Sulphur oxide too for each carat. But lab-grown diamonds produce much less carbon and no sulphur dioxide.

Where can you buy Green Diamond?

India is the largest producer of lab-grown diamonds. Green lab diamonds is a business in Surat where the now-famous green diamond was created. They use solar energy to create lab-grown diamonds.In fact, they grew the world’s largest lab-grown diamond. At 27.77 carat it’s a big stone and named OM.

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Darjeeling is a favorite destination.I love traveling to the hills. But I don’t like taking long road trips, in parts of the country with poor roadside washrooms. It’s a horror. That’s why any trip more than three hours on the road makes me worried.

This time of the year we often visit Mandarmani, but our favorite resort disappointed us on the last trip and we gave it a miss this time. A long vacation was not possible. Traveling from Malda always adds extra days on the road and I wanted more time to unclutter the brain.

We decided to go off the beaten track and asked friends for recommendations. Our neighbor suggested a boutique property, which they had visited with family a few months before. After seeing their holiday pictures we decided to investigate.

Problem 1
Lack of social proof of the hotel property.It was not a typical Darjeeling hotel, but more of a detour in the Darjeeling hills.
Trip advisor listing was sketchy with no fresh reviews. That always worried me.
The properties own website was basic. But the pictures looked promising.

Problem 2
No train tickets were available,
Road trip meant a total seven hours journey. But when choices are limited you must take the road.
The name of the place was pretty, Chota Mangwa part of Blossom ecotourism.

Why did we want to visit?

As a family, we believe in supporting eco-friendly businesses. The Darjeeling Blossom Ecotourism property was doing just that. The state of the Queen of hills is pathetic. There is poor sewage, dirty roads, crowded pavements in the once pristine hills. If we don’t take steps to preserve nature now, there will be no future left.

Darjeeling Hotel: How to Reach Blossoms Eco-tourism Hotel at Chota Mangwa

By Air: Fly to Bagdogra and drive to Chota Mangwa.

By rail to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. By road to Choto Mangwa

From Champasari by road: Total time 3hours approx

Last 30 minutes road is challenging for lack of more accurate positive words. You must ask the hotel for a pickup as the terrain needs an experienced driver who knows the road and a TATA sumo.

What will you find at Darjeeling Blossom ecotourism complex?

It’s a pretty complex with multiple small cottages some with a view of Kanchenjungha and others with a view of the green valley. Either way, it’s delightfully green fresh and pollution free. Beautifully manicured bushes and plenty of flowers. There are short trails to explore.
They pluck fresh oranges for you to have in winters.

Blossoms Ecotourism:Chota Mangwa hotel Bedroom at New cottage 1

Food
The meals are fixed and homestyle.But the limitations are overcome by the freshness and deliciousness of the food.
We ate Plain rice masur daal, jhuri also bhaja( crisply fried potato) and chicken curry for lunch on the first day. And a sarson ka saag (mustard greens) cooked the Nepali way. It’s blanched and sauteed with paanch phoron(5 spice blend), turmeric and salt. Breakfast and lunch ended with huge amounts of oranges to devour sitting in the sunny garden. What we loved. were the limitless freshly plucked Darjeeling oranges and cups of fragrant Darjeeling chai(tea).

Staff who made the stay a pleasure

Rajib
Namrata
Mita
Sabika
Prabha

What can you do at Chota Mangwa?

Not really an activity, but you must laze.
Meditate
Daydream
Stare at the mountains
Read
Write
Play badminton with a risk of shuttlecock deciding to get lost in the hills.
In the evenings, you can ask for barbeque and a bonfire to relax and unwind.

Road to Darjeeling:Teesta river (Healthwealthbridge) — Road to Darjeeling:Teesta river

Darjeeling Bossom Ecotourism Chota Mangwa Hotel Bedroom( Healthwealthbridge)

Darjeeling Bossom Ecotourism Chota Mangwa Hotel walking trails ( Healthwealthbridge)

Darjeeling Hotel pets of the owner( Healthwealthbridge)

Darjeeling Hotel View( Healthwealthbridge)

Darjeeling Orange orchards( Healthwealthbridge)

Darjeeling Bada Mangwa ( Healthwealthbridge)

What we avoided?

Doing the touristy things like visiting mall toytrain, Ghoom, Batasia Tiger Hill because the road to and from the hotel is really difficult and is dangerous at times. If it’s your first time at Darjeeling visit Cedar Inn for the most comfortable stay. You must do the tourist stuff at Darjeeling at least once.

What we didn’t miss

Noise
Pollution
Wifi

What we missed

A working geizer.It’s really cold at 2degree celsius and lower, so hot water is a must. Though they provided hot water in buckets, it was inadequate.
Colder weather and small kids there may be a problem. They have an inverter,s solar power, and a generator, but the geizer never gave us warm water. They sent hot water to our rooms in buckets. It gets awkward asking for it. But 2 degrees needs warm water
Warmer blankets
Room heaters

Did we survive?

Yes, we did. It was a three-day trip and hence not a problem.

Darjeeling weather in December

Temperature ranges from 2 degrees to 9-degree Celsius and you need plenty of warm clothes, if you are visiting from the plains. The days are sunny and it gets very cold after sunset.There is always a chance of snowfall in December.

What you must carry?

Woolen sweaters,
Warm inners
Coat
Woolen gloves, socks.
Hot water bag
Extra blanket for kids if possible.

Can you see the Famous Kanchenjunga peaks in December?

Yes, you can. It’s during the cold weather the majestic Kanchenjunga and even the famous Nathula range.

Healthwealthbridge rating: 3/5

Love the ambiance.
Love the landscaping.
Love the food.
Love the smiling service.
Service was always with a smile.
USP: Ecotourism is important to help us preserve nature and still enjoy it.

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Government help to develop infrastructure.
Improved Solar power setup to handle the rush.
Geizers which work.Because when it’s really cold there are some things you must have hot water for example. If they want to make a profit, in the long run, this one will need attention.

Darjeeling nature pictures — nature pictures

Traveler Alert:

The road is still being cut from the mountain and you must reach by daylight. This is very important In two instances during travel to offbeat places in Darjeeling we were not told the state of the road by the hotel managers. When tourists ask you whether its safe to travel with a child you must be honest.

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Darjeeling in June at Cedar Inn ( Review)

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A Green Diamond: Is it Really Green?

Briefly:

What is a Green Diamond?

Is it Really Green?

What is responsible luxury?

How much does it cost to buy a Green Diamond?

Why Did PM Modi gift a green diamond?

Where can you buy Green Diamond?

Ecotourism at Darjeeling :Chota Mangwa(Blossom’s Ecotourism)

Darjeeling Hotel: How to Reach Blossoms Eco-tourism Hotel at Chota Mangwa

What will you find at Darjeeling Blossom ecotourism complex?