Radhanagar

Radhanagar is a village in Arambagh subdivision of Hooghly district of West Bengal. It is the birthplace of the renowned social reformist Raja Rammohun Roy. The ancestral home of Raja Ram Mohan Roy is one of the main attractions of the place. In front of the house there is a memorial hall, the architecture of which was planned by the famous Bengali poet and writer Rabindranath Tagore. A Dolmanch is situated near the hall. You can take a stroll to Raghunathpur where you will find mango orchards with lots of mango trees that were planted by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. In winter, one can get permit for picnic inside the mango orchards of Raghunathpur.

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How to Reach

Local trains are running from Howrah to Tarakeshwar. Frequent bus service is available from Tarakeshwar to Basudevpur in Arambagh. You can also reach Basudevpur directly by bus from Esplanade Bus Terminus in Kolkata. Buses are plying from Basudevpur to Khanakul. Trekkers are available from Khanakul to reach Radhanagar. However it is better to book a car and visit Radhanagar along with Garmandaran, Kamarpukur and Jairambati.


Accommodation

There is no place for accommodation at Radhanagar. Instead, you can stay at Basudevpur.
Arambagh Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 600-1000. Tel: 03211-256207.
Hotel Priyadarshini. Tariff - Rs. 700-1100. Tel: 03211-256422.
Ananya Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 600-900. Tel: 03211-255898.

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Rangamati

Rangamati is a beautiful destination located near the Indo-Bhutan border in West Bengal. The view of the Bhutan hills and Gumpha temples from Rangamati is mesmerizing. You can also visit Jaygaon and Funtsolling which are situated at a distance of 10 km from Rangamati. Other attractions of Rangamati include tea garden, crocodile park and monastery.

Rangamati

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How to Reach

Train is running from Sealdah to Hasimara. Rangamati is 15 km from Hasimara. Hired cars are available from Hasimara to reach Rangamati. You can also reach Hasimara from Alipurduar (58 km) and Falakata (50 km).


Accommodation

Rangamati Holiday Resort. Tariff - Rs. 1000-2400. Tel: 9830087056.

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Reshikhola

Reshikhola is a small hill village situated at a distance of 37 km from Kalimpong in West Bengal. The place lies at the bank of the Reshi river which marks the border between the Indian states of West Bengal and Sikkim. The village's name is also derived from the name of the river. Although Rishikhola is a completely new destination, it is slowly emerging as a hot favourite for tourists due to its unique location and unmatched scenic beauty. Nestled among dense forests, cascading river and mind blowing landscapes, Reshikhola offers its visitors an ideal retreat from the hectic city life. Aritar Lake is located 6 km from Reshikhola. You can enjoy boating at the lake. One can also conduct a tour to Jalep La, Kupup Lake, Baba Mandir and Changu Lake from Reshi. Other destinations near Reshi include Rikisum and Pedong.

Reshikhola

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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. You can reach Reshikhola from Siliguri directly by car via Rhenock. Rishikhola is easily accessible from Kalimpong and Pedong too.


Accommodation

Reshi Retreat. Tariff - Rs. 1800 for two persons (including food and lodging). Tel: 9836077202, 9733454779.
Cloud Mountain. Tariff - Rs. 800-1000. Tel: 9836360840.