Rinchenpong

Rinchenpong is a beautiful village located in West Sikkim at a height of 5550 ft. It is one of the latest additions to the tourist map of Sikkim. One can enjoy the magnificent view of the snow clad peaks of Kanchenjunga, Rothang, Koktang, Kabru etc. Hilley Barshey Rhododendron Sanctuary is a 20 km trek from here. The lush greenery of this village will mesmerize each and every visitor. The famous Bengali poet and writer Rabindranath Tagore had spent night in one of the rest bunglows of Rinchenpong. You can visit Rinchenpong Monastery, Risham Monastery, hot spring and Rabindra Memorial Garden. One can also visit Legship which is the entry point of West Sikkim. River Rangit is gushing by its side which looks wonderful. A recreational water park named Rangit Water World has come up here which offers a number of activities like boating, rafting and fishing to the tourists.

Rinchenpong Monastery

How to Reach

You can reach Jorethang from Siliguri by bus or shared car. Again from there you will get shared cars to go to Rinchenpong.


Accommodation

Green Hill Resort. Tariff - Rs. 2400-3800. Tel: 03592-231017, 9932408141.

Mandarin Village Resort. Tariff - Rs. 2000-3300. Tel: 03595-245210.
Rinchenpong Nest. Tariff - Rs. 1200-1800. Tel: 9732639539.

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Mirik

Mirik is a picturesque hill resort located in the district of Darjeeling in the state of West Bengal. It is situated at an altitude of 1767 m above sea level. The prime attraction of Mirik is the Sumendu Lake, surrounded by a garden on one side and pine trees on the other and linked to one another by an arched footbridge. This lake situated in the Singhlila hill covers an area of 1.25 sq. km. It offers breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga near the horizon. One can boat in the lake or take a pony ride around the lake. Other attractions in Mirik include lush green tea gardens and orange orchards. You may also visit Pashupati Market which is 11 km from here. You can buy foreign goods from this commercial trade centre located in Nepal.

Sumendu Lake, Mirik

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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. From Siliguri you can get bus, shared cars and jeeps to reach Mirik. You can also go to Mirik from Darjeeling.

Accommodation

Mirik Tourist Lodge. Tel: 0354-2243371.
Hotel Ratnagiri. Tariff - Rs. 1000-2500. Tel: 9832010013, 7407328673.

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Bandel Church

Bandel is popular weekend destination for tourists. Bandel Church is famous for its picnic spot. The spot is located just behind the church. Situated at the banks of River Hooghly, the picnic spot offers a wonderful place for tourists to spend their weekend. All this makes Bandel Church flood with tourists during winter.

Bandel Church

Information

You can buy all materials required for picnic from Bandel Station Market.
After picnic you can enjoy a boat ride in the river and have a look at the Imambara.

How to Reach

You can reach Bandel from Howrah or Sealdah station by train. From there you can get bus or rickshaw to reach Bandel Church Picnic Spot. It takes about an hour.

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Rasikbil

Rasikbil is located in the district of Coochbehar in the state of West Bengal. It consists of a small lake. The bird sanctuary spans over an area of 175 hectares. The unending blue sky and the vast expanse of the lake and the forest merge together and create a wonderful scene that will remain in your minds for years. The main attractions of Rasikbil are the various species of migratory birds which come here during every winter season and go back to their country when spring arrives. A watch tower is there in Rasikbil for watching birds. You can also see the aquarium, deer park and childrens park. There is boating facility in Rasikbil for tourists. Rasikbil Bird Sanctuary remains open from 8 am to 5 pm.

Rasikbil Bird Sanctuary

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah and Howrah to Alipurduar Junction. It takes around 15 hours to reach Alipurduar. You can reach Rasikbil by bus from Alipurduar. Apart from this you can come to Kamakhyaguri from Coochbehar or Alipurduar and from there you can reach Rasikbil by rickshaw. Distance is 4 km.

Accommodation

WBFDC Rasikbil Nature Education and Wilderness Resort. Tariff - Rs. 900. Tel: 033-22370060.

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Sundarban

Sundarbans, the home of the Royal Bengal Tigers, is situated in the South East portion of the South 24 Parganas district of the state of West Bengal. The Sundarbans was declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1984. Sundarbans is on the one hand a National Park, a Wildlife Sanctuary and Tiger Reserve. It is also a biosphere reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sunderbans is a place of awe and wonder which will leave every visitor spellbound. The best season to visit Sundarbans is December to January.

Sundarbans

How to Reach

By local train you can reach Canning from Sealdah. From Canning you can get Launch to go to Dockghat. From there you can get bus, auto or rickshaw to reach Sonakhali. From Sonakhali you can get trekker to reach Gosaba Dwip. From there you can get another trekker to reach Sajnekhali. Or you can board Sonakhali bound bus from Babughat. From there you can get trekker to reach Gosaba Dwip and again another trekker to reach Sajnekhali.


Accommodation

WBTDC Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 1200-7200. For advance booking: Tourism Centre, 3/2, BBD Bag (East), Kolkata - 700001. Tel: 033-22437260.
Sundarban Mangrove Retreat. Tariff - Rs. 1500-3500. Tel: 9051212225.
Royal Sundarban Wild Resort. Tariff - Rs. 4500-5500 per person (including food and stay). Tel: 9831428924.

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Jaldapara National Park

Jaldapara National Park is situated at a distance of 119 km from Siliguri. Spanning over an area of 114 sq. km, Jaldapara is home to the one horned Indian Rhinoceros. Other animals that reside in this park include tigers, leopards, deers, elephants, peacock and Sambhar. The elephant safari will be a truly unforgettable experience for the tourists. Elephant Safari is done on 6 am and 7 am. Jungle Safari by car is done at 9 am and 3 pm. Best time to visit Jaldapara National Park is October to May. The park remains closed from 15th June to 15th September.

Wild Elephants at Jaldapara National Park

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How to Reach

Trains running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. Auto rickshaws are plying from New Jalpaiguri to Siliguri. Buses and Minibuses are running from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus to Madarihat. It takes about 4 hours to reach there.

Accommodation

WBTDC Jaldapara Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 1600-3200. Tel: 03563-262230, 262606.
WBTDC Hollong Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 2500. Tel: 03563-262228.

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Pelling

Pelling is a beautiful hill station in the state of Sikkim. Situated at an altitude of 6800 ft, Pelling offers magnificent views of Kanchenjunga and other snow capped peaks. Pelling is a small town and is located in West Sikkim. There are 10 local sightseeing points in Pelling. These are Rimbi Waterfalls, Khechioperi Lake, Khechioperi Falls, Khangchendzonga Waterfalls, Pemayangtse Monastery, Sangachoeling Monastery, Change Falls, Tung Tung Donga, Rabdanse Ruins and Sewaro Rock Garden. Apart from this you can go on a one day tour and see Tashiding Monastery, Phamrong Waterfalls and Singing Stone.

View of Kanchenjunga range from Pelling

How to Reach

You can reach New Jalpaiguri from Howrah by train. From there you can reach Siliguri S.N.T. Bus Terminus by Auto. Buses are running from Siliguri to Pelling. Shared jeeps are also available from there. It takes about 5-6 hours to reach Pelling from Siliguri.



Accommodation

Hotel Garuda. Tariff - Rs. 850-2700. Tel: 03595-258319.
Hotel Snow View. Tariff - Rs. 2000-3500. Tel: 9593888088.
Hotel Sonamchen. Tariff - Rs. 4500-7000. Tel: 8170028232.
Hotel The Panorama. Tariff - Rs. 2000-3500. Tel: 7384226919.

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