Dwarhatta

Dwarhatta is a village situated on the banks of the Damodar River in Hooghly district of West Bengal. Mind blowing Terracotta temples set in a calm ambiance with lush green surroundings make the place ideal for a day trip from Kolkata. The most prominent attraction of Dwarhatta is the Raj Rajeswari Temple which was constructed in the year 1677 by the Singha Rai family, the zamindars of this place. The exquisite carvings on the temple walls depict various mythological incidents as well as scenarios which were of significance at the time of its construction. Apart from this temple, there are two ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. You can also visit the Dwarika Chandi Temple located on the Northern boundaries of the village.

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How to Reach

Local trains are running from Howrah to Haripal. Dwarhatta is 12 km from Haripal. Buses and trekkers are available from Haripal to reach Dwarhatta.


Accommodation

There is no need to stay overnight at Dwarhatta. One can visit Dwarhatta from Kolkata and return the same day.

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Santiniketan

Santiniketan is known worldwide as a significant centre for pursuing higher studies and being the home to the famous Bengali poet and writer Rabindranath Tagore. The serene atmosphere, soothing greenery and picture-like houses make this place a perfect peace lover's retreat. There are several tourist spots in and around Shantiniketan. The prime attraction is the Uttarayan complex which hosts several buildings like Konark, Mrinmoyee, Udayan, Shyamoli, Punoscho and Udichi. A museum named Bichitra houses various letters, manuscripts, medals, documents, paintings and certificates associated with Tagore. Ballabhpur Deer Park located close to Shantiniketan is an added attraction. Another must-see attraction of Santiniketan is the Vishva Bharati University. Inside the campus, you can see the Hindi Bhavan, Cheena Bhavan, Sangeet Bhavan, Patha Bhavan etc.

Santiniketan

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah to Bolpur Santiniketan. The journey takes around 2 to 3 hours. Santiniketan is 2 km from Bolpur. Auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws are available from Bolpur station to reach Shantiniketan.


Accommodation

WBTDC Santiniketan Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 900-2500. Tel: 03463-252699, 9732100920.
Hotel Rangamati. Tariff - Rs. 950-1800. Tel: 03463-252305.
Hotel Royal Bengal. Tariff - Rs. 1050-2750. Tel: 03463-257148.
Kharimati Resort. Tariff - Rs. 1000-4000. Tel: 03463-264438.

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Gangani

Gangani (also spelled as Gongoni) is located near the small town of Garhbeta in Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal. It is called the Grand Canyon of Bengal. The place is located on the bank of Shilabati river. The 70 ft deep gorge through which the Shilabati river flows during the monsoon is a beautiful creation of mother nature formed by soil erosion with the aid of the River Shilabati. The fields of Gangani are full of tree fossils scattered across the region.

Gangani

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Santragachi and Shalimar to Garhbeta. The journey to Garhbeta takes about 3 hours. Motor vans are available from Garhbeta to Gangani. It takes around 10 minutes to reach Gangani from Garhbeta.



Accommodation

Hotel Suruchi. Tariff - Rs. 300-500. Tel: 9609455602.

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Krishnanagar

Krishnanagar is a heritage city situated on the bank of Jalangi river in Nadia district of West Bengal. The place is renowned for its famous ruler, Raja Krishna Chandra Rai during whose reign the town flourished as a center of art and culture. One of the most prominent attraction of Krishnanagar is the Krishnanagar Rajbari. The exquisite work on the walls and architecture of the palace is amazing. Other tourist spots include Roman Catholic Church and Pramath Chowdhury's House which was visited by the famous Bengali writer Rabindranath Tagore. You can also visit Ghurni which is famous for its industry of clay pottery and clay dolls.

Krishnanagar Palace

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Kolkata and Sealdah station to Krishnanagar City Junction. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to reach Krishnanagar from Kolkata. Krishnanagar is 118 km from Kolkata by road. Regular bus service is available from Kolkata to Krishnanagar.


Accommodation

Plaza Hotel. Tariff - Rs. 500-1500. Tel: 03472-250140.
Paradise Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 350-700. Tel: 03472-252485.
Hotel Astha. Tariff - 600-800. Tel: 03472-259387.
Purbasha Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 500-1000. Tel: 03472-252730.

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Gopegarh

Gopegarh is an emerging getaway located at a distance of 5 km from Medinipur in West Bengal. The place has derived its name from the fort of the Gope king who once ruled here. The fort has now been transformed into an eco park. The park is situated on the banks of Kangsabati river. A number of hillocks, trees and forests surround the area which makes Gopegarh Eco Park an ideal tourist getaway. The park hosts a variety of flowers like Duranda and Vacaranda as well as Shal, Bakul and Tekosa trees. You can also take a stroll to the nearby tribal villages.

Gopegarh Eco Park

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How to Reach

You can reach Medinipur from Howrah station by Medinipur local. Hired cars and auto rickshaws are available from Medinipur town to reach Gopegarh.


Accommodation

Gopegarh Heritage and Nature Eco Tourism Centre. For booking: DFO, Midnapore, Dist. and P.O. - Paschim Midnapore. Tel: 03222-275869.

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Deul

Deul is a picturesque weekend destination in Bardhaman district of West Bengal. Nestled on the banks of Ajoy River, the place is surrounded by the dense Garh forest of Durgapur. The name of the place has been derived from the historic Ichhai Ghosh-er Deul. The word 'Deul' means temple. This age-old temple is worth seeing. A large garden named Deul Park has come up behind the temple. The park houses various kinds of seasonal flowers and is well decorated. There is a lake at one end of the park. You can go for boating in the lake. The peace and calm environment of Deul makes it perfect for picnic during the winter season. The historic site where Icchai Ghosh was defeated in a war with Lausen is also located nearby.

Deul

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah to reach Bolpur Santiniketan. You can also reach Durgapur from Howrah by train. Hired cars are available from both Durgapur and Bolpur to reach Deul Park. To reach Deul from Kolkata by car, first drive to Panagarh via Bardhaman. Then take right from Darjeeling More and reach Egaro Mile Bus Stop. Deul Park is about 3 km from Egaro Mile Bus Stop.


Accommodation

Deul Park Resort. Tel: 033-24298592, 9831113200.

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Antpur

Antpur is a village in Hooghly district of West Bengal. It consists of eight smaller villages namely Tara, Bamnagar, Kumarbazar, Dharampur, Ranibazar, Anarbati, Bilara and Lohagachhi. The place hosts an array of temples. The most famous temple of Antpur is the Radhagobinda Temple with exquisite terracotta carvings on its walls. The temple is 100 ft tall with various scenes from mythology as well as everyday life depicted on small terracotta panels on the walls of the temple. The Chandi Mandap and Dol Mancha have beautifully crafted wood carvings. Beside the main temple, there are five Shiva temples which also exhibit terracotta work. Sarada Bhawan is located opposite to Radhagovindjiu Temple. The temple remains closed from 12 pm to 3 pm.

Radhagovinda Temple, Antpur

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How to Reach

Antpur is 48 km from Kolkata. Direct buses are available from Kolkata to reach Antpur. You can also reach Haripal from Howrah by local train. Haripal lies on the Howrah-Tarakeshwar line. Buses are plying from Haripal to Antpur.


Accommodation

There is no proper place for accommodation at Antpur.

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Deulghata

Deulghata is an amazing weekend destination located 18 km from Purulia in West Bengal. The place is situated on the banks of the Kansabati river and hosts several ancient Jain temples many of which are now in a ruined state. The exquisite terracotta works and intricate designs on the walls of the temples are worth seeing. The historical atmosphere and lush greenery surrounding Deulghata make it an ideal weekend gateaway from Kolkata.

How to Reach

Trains are running from Howrah to Purulia. Buses are also plying from Kolkata (Esplanade Bus Terminus) to Purulia. Buses and cars are available from Purulia to reach Joypur. Deulghata is just 1.5 km from Joypur.


Accommodation

There are no hotels at Deulghata. It is best to stay in Purulia.
Hotel Akash. Tariff - Rs. 800-2500. Tel: 03252-224535.

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Pathra

Pathra is an unexplored weekend destination situated in Paschim Midnapore district of West Bengal. The place hosts an attractive number of Terracotta temples. Located on the bank of River Kangsabati, Pathra is ideal for a one day tour or a bike outing. The exquisite Terracotta work on the walls of the temples is worth seeing. These temples were established by Baidyanath Ghoshal who was given the responsibility of collecting revenue in the Ratanchawk pargana by Nawab Alivardi Khan. The major temples in Pathra include the Navratna Temple, Dharma Mandir, Sitala Temple and Kalachand Dalan Temple. There are total 32 temples at Pathra. You can also see the Rasmancha and Durgamandap.

Pathra

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How to Reach

You can easily reach Midnapore from Howrah by Midnapore Local. Distance from Midnapore to Pathra is 10 km. Pathra is easily accessible by car or trekker from Midnapore via Hatikhola.


Accommodation

Since there is no option for accommodation at Pathra therefore you have to stay in the town of Midnapore.
WBTDC Rani Shiromani Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800-1100. Tel: 03222-263125, 9732510074.
Reshma Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 500-1200. Tel: 03222-264432.
Medinipur Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 500-800. Tel: 03222-275241.

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Cooch Behar

Cooch Behar is a heritage destination situated in North Bengal. It currently serves as the district headquarters of the Cooch Behar district. The prime attraction of Cooch Behar is the Rajbari (King's Palace). Constructed by the famous Koch king Maharaja Nripendranarayan, the palace now serves as a museum developed by the Archaeological Survey of India. The Rajbari remains open on all days except Friday from 10 am to 5 pm. Other attractions include Madanmohan Temple, Baradebi Bari, Madhupur Dham, Baneswar Shiva Temple and Kamteswari Temple. Rasikbil is located 46 km from the town of Cooch Behar. It is a paradise for bird lovers with thousands of migratory birds visiting the lake every year during winter.

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah to New Cooch Behar. You can also reach Cooch Behar from Alipurduar by bus. Buses are also plying from Kolkata and Siliguri to Cooch Behar.


Accommodation

Hotel Maharaja. Tariff - Rs. 450-1050. Tel: 03582-223094.
Hotel Royal Palace. Tariff - Rs. 850-3000. Tel: 03582-222210.
Hotel Maruti. Tariff - Rs. 400-600. Tel: 03582-223172.
Hotel Sarbashree. Tariff - Rs. 700-1500. Tel: 03582-250101.
Hotel Maharani Palace. Tariff - Rs. 1200-1900. Tel: 03582-223509.

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Murshidabad

Murshidabad is a historic city situated in West Bengal. During the Mughal Period, it was the capital of Bengal. There are many tourist spots in Murshidabad. Hazarduari Palace is the prime attraction of Murshidabad. The palace has been converted into a museum. It remains open on all days from 10 am to 5 pm except Friday. A number of attractions including Imambara, Madina Masjid, Ghari Ghar and Bacchawali Kaman (Cannon) are located inside the premises of Hazarduari. You can visit Katra Mosque by Horse Cart. Motijeel is also worth seeing. Other attractions include Kathgola Garden House, Nashipur Palace, Radhamadhab Temple, Nimokharam Deuri etc. Apart from this you can visit Ghantaghar and Wasef Manzil near Bhagirathi Ghat. It is better to have a guide accompanying you while visiting these places.

Hazarduari Palace

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah and Kolkata station to Murshidabad. The journey takes about 4 hours. You can also reach Baharampur from Esplanade by bus. Lalbag of Murshidabad is just 10 km from Baharampur. Trekkers and auto rickshaws are plying in this route.


Accommodation

WBTDC Baharampur Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800-2000. Tel: 03482-259711.
Hotel Samrat. Tariff - Rs. 1400-3300. Tel: 03482-251147.
The Fame Hotel. Tariff - Rs. 1400-2900. Tel: 03482-259304.
Green House. Tariff - Rs. 400-1800. Tel: 9609012167.
Hotel Manjusha. Tariff - Rs. 700-1200. Tel: 03482-270321.
Hotel Rajland. Tariff - Rs. 600-850. Tel: 9734329075.
Hotel Indrajeet. Tariff - Rs. 550-900. Tel: 03482-271858.
Hotel Sagnik. Tariff - Rs. 650-1500. Tel: 03482-270051, 9434021911.

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Malda

Malda is one of the most famous tourist destinations of West Bengal. The city boasts of a rich heritage and has great historic importance. Gour, once the capital of Bengal is situated in Malda district. Gour and Pandua located at the two ends of the city of Malda are the prime attractions for the tourists. You can hire a car from Rathbari More Taxistand in order to visit Gour and Pandua. Car charges around Rs. 1500-1800. Gour is 17 km from Malda. The attractions are Piyasbari, Ramkeli Madanmohan Temple, Barduari, Dakhil Darwaza, Firozminar, Lukochuri Gate, Gumti Darwaza, Chika Masjid and Chamkati Masjid. A large mango garden can be seen here. Pandua is located 20 km from Malda. Adina Masjid is the main attraction of Pandua. Other attractions include Eklakhi Masjid, Salami Darwaza etc.

Malda

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to Malda Town. It takes 8 hours to reach Malda from Kolkata. Apart from this Malda bound buses are available from Esplanade Bus Terminus in Kolkata.


Accommodation

WBTDC Malda Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800-1400. Tel: 03512-220911.
Hotel Continental. Tariff - Rs. 800-1200. Tel: 03512-220388, 253373.
Hotel Kalinga. Tariff - Rs. 650-1200. Tel: 03512-283567.
Hotel Natraj. Tariff - Rs. 400-850. Tel: 03512-220281.
New Heaven. Tariff - Rs. 1500-2500. Tel: 03512-252735.

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Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a temple town situated in the Bankura district of West Bengal. It is famous for the terracotta temples and baluchari sarees. Tourists from all around India and even foreign countries visit Bishnupur every year to see these temples. You can hire a cycle rickshaw in order to see all the temples. The main attractions of Bishnupur are Rashmancha, Shyamrai Temple, Jorbangla Temple, Radheshyam Temple, Srimandir, Madanmohan Temple, Rajbari, Dalmadal Kaman (Cannon), Lalji Temple, Radhagobind Temple and Radhamadhab Temple. Other attractions include Murlimohan Temple, Nandalal Temple, Patpur Temple, Malleswar Temple and Sarbamangala Temple. You can also witness the process of making of Baluchari Saree.

Rasmancha, Bishnupur

How to Reach

Trains are running from Shalimar and Santragachi to Bishnupur. CSTC buses are also plying from Esplanade depot to Bishnupur.


Accommodation

WBTDC Bishnupur Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 750-1800. Tel: 03244-252013.
Hotel Heritage. Tariff - Rs. 600-1000. Tel: 03244-254298.
Udayan Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800 onwards. Tel: 03244-252243.
Hotel Lakshmi Park. Tariff - Rs. 500-1500. Tel: 9474930666.
Meghmallar. Tariff - Rs. 600-1200. Tel: 03244-252258.
Holiday Resort. Tariff - Rs. 800-2500. Tel: 9333096465, 9475982470.

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Garpanchkot

Garpanchkot is nestled in the Panchet hill of West Bengal. The place is calm, serene and surrounded by nature. The height of Garpanchkot hill is 646 meter. A Terracota temple is located on the hill. The ruins of Kashipur Rajprasad can be seen here. You can also see the Pancharatna Temple which was constructed by the King of Kashipur. Panchet Dam is located about 5 km from Garpanchkot. There is a road on the dam which connects West Bengal and Jharkhand. You will be able to see a number of boats crossing the Damodar river from here.

Garpanchkot

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Howrah to Kumardubi. It takes about 4 hours to reach Kumardubi from Howrah. Hired cars and auto rickshaws are available from Kumardubi to Garpanchkot which is 20 km away.



Accommodation

WBFDC Forest Bungalow. Tariff - Rs. 1400-4000. Tel: 033-23350064/8320.
Palash Bithi Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 500-1000. Tel: 8001702087.

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Chandragiri

Chandragiri is a small town situated in Odisha. The town of Chandragiri is inhabited by Tibetan people. These people had arrived from Tibet in the year 1959 following China Aggression in Tibet. If you come to Chandragiri, you will feel as if you have landed at mini Tibet. There is Buddhist Monastery with colourful flags. The main attraction for tourists is the lifestyle of the people in this hilly village. Apart from traditional foods like momo and thuppa, Tibetan handicrafts are also available here. You can visit Chandragiri from Taptapani by hired car and come back before night. Chandragiri is 35 km from Taptapani. Taptapani is primarily known for its hotspring which is said to have healing abilities.

Chandragiri Monastery

How to Reach

You can reach Berhampur from Howrah or Shalimar by train. Taptapani is located at a distance of 48 km from Berhampur. Chandragiri is 35 km from Taptapani.

Accommodation

Tibetan Bungalow. Tel: 06816-257428.

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Jairambati

Jairambati is situated about 6 km from Kamarpukur. Sri Sri Sarada Devi, the wife of Sri Ramkrishna was born in this village. A temple of Sarada Maa has been established here. When entering through the main gate, on the right side of the temple you can see the mother's ancestral house. An idol of Sarada Devi is there inside the temple. On the opposite side of temple you can see Punnipukur and the temple of Sundarnarayan and Shitalamata.

Jairambati

How to Reach

CSTC buses are running from Esplanade, Kolkata to Jairambati. You can also reach Jairambati from Arambagh and Bishnupur by bus, minibus or rickshaw.


Accomodation

Sarada Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 350-450. Tel: 03244-244263.
Nilachal Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 400-600. Tel: 03244-244268.

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Nabadwip

It is said that nine small islands together have constituted Nabadwip and hence it's name. Shree Chaitanyadev was born in this holy land. But there is still debate on the question that whether Chaitanyadev was born in Mayapur or Nabadwip. Nabadwip is an old and historical city. The whole city has come up in an unplanned way. You can hire a cycle rickshaw to see all the places of interest. Sonar Gouranga, Buro Shib, Jagai Madhai Mandir, Gadadhar House, Puri Mandir, Sachimata's Mandir, Rani's House, Sri Guru Ashram are some of the attractions of Nabadwip. Other than these, there are innumerable temples in Nabadwip. It is important to note that all temples of Nabadwip remain closed from 1 pm to 3 pm.

Nabadwip

How to Reach

You can reach Nabadwip from Howrah by train.


Accommodation

Nabadwip Municipal Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 250-450. Tel: 03472-240413.
Hotel City Pride. Tariff - Rs. 750-3000. Tel: 9153294859.

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