Murti

Murti is a very popular destination for tourists. It is situated 7 km away from Chalsa. The place is surrounded by tea gardens, hills and jungle. The river Murti has taken a sharp bend here. You can see elephants roaming everywhere and hear the sweet singing of the birds. Altogether this place is perfect for tourists who want to spend a weekend in the midst of nature.




How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. The journey from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri takes around 10 hours. Auto rickshaws are plying from New Jalpaiguri to Siliguri. Buses ply between Siliguri and Chalsa. From Chalsa you can reach Murti by jeep. It takes about one and half hour. Distance from Chalsa to Murti is 7 km.

Accommodation

WBFDC Murti Prakiti o Paribesh Beekshan Kendra. Tariff - Rs. 1500-3000. Tel: 03561-282190, 9474327391.
Resort Murti. Tariff - Rs. 1250-1800. Tel: 7797219280.
Hotel Prime Murti. Tariff - Rs. 2000-6000. Tel: 9163392713.
Ayush’s Jungle Resort. Tariff - Rs. 1200-2500. Tel: 9002213536.

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