28 Mile

28 Mile is a small village located inside Buxa Tiger Reserve. The scenery of the Bhutan Hills seen from this place is mind blowing. You can visit Buxa Fort via Santalbari from 28 Mile village. Jayanti-Pukhri is another attraction near this hamlet. By the side of this village flows three rivers - Bala, Dima and Jayanti. The dense green forests, yellow mustard fields, deep blue sky, numerous birds and colourful butterflies make 28 Mile an ideal place to relax your soul. Often elephants are seen bathing in the waters of Bala river. Peacocks also visit this river at dawn. All this makes 28 Mile the best place to spend a weekend away from the monotonous city life.


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How to Reach

Train is running from Sealdah to Alipurduar. 28 Mile is 20 km from Alipurduar station. The place is easily accessible from Alipurduar by hired car.


Accommodation

Jungle Inn. Tariff - Rs. 1320. Food Charges Rs. 400 per head. Tel: 03564-203196, 9874613267.
The Leo Jungle Cottage. Tariff - Rs. 1000-1200. Food Charges Rs. 400 per head. Tel: 9831552837.

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Jhilli

Jhilli is an exciting weekend spot situated near Jhargram. A large water reservoir surrounded by lush greenery is the prime attraction of Jhilli. Paddle boating facility is available in the reservoir. Migratory birds visit this place during the winter. Although Jhilli remains full of people during daylight, as soon as the sun drops below the horizon the place gets deserted. But adventure lovers can opt for night stay inside a tent at Jhilli. So if you are a nature and adventure lover then Jhilli is the right weekend destination for you.

How to Reach

Hatibari is 24 km from Jhargram. Just 2 km before it one has to turn left and travel 7 km from there to reach Jhilli.



Accommodation

There are 4 tents each consisting of 4 beds. Tariff - Rs. 50 per bed. Food charges extra. Apart from this there is a bungalow at Jhilli. Booking: Jhargram Tourist Development Committee, BDO, Chatinasol, Gopiballabhpur, Paschim Medinipore. Tel: 03221-266240.

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Latpanchar

Latpanchar is a beautiful scenic place situated in the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a paradise for bird watchers and photographers. On a clear day, one can even get a glimpse of the Teesta River and even the distant Gorumara National Park. You can also take a guide and go for trekking inside the sanctuary. Namthing Pokhari is an added attraction, 2 km from Latpanchar. Salamander or Himalayan Newt Breeding Centre is located at Namthing Pokhri.

Latpanchar

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