Chilkigarh

Chilkigarh is the newest addition to the tourist map of Midnapore district. Chilkigarh is located at a distance of 20 km from Jhargram. A new tourist centre beside the Dulung river has come up here which spans over an area of 100 acres. There is an artificial lake having boating facilities. This tourist centre is still not popular among tourists. So if you want to spend a weekend in solitude then Chilkigarh is the right place.

Chilkigarh

How to Reach

You can avail local trains running from Howrah to reach Kharagpur. From there you can get trains to reach Gidhni. Chilkigarh is 5 km from Gidhni station. You can travel this distance by auto rickshaw or trekker.

Accommodation

You cannot stay at Chilkigarh. For accommodation you have to come back to Gidhni. There are several hotels, lodges and guest houses at Gidhni to cater to your requirements.

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Bethuadahari

Bethuadahari is a calm, serene and peaceful forest situated in Nadia district in the state of West Bengal. A wildlife sanctuary has come up at Bethuadahari which spans over an area of 165 acres. Bethuadahari Wildlife Sanctuary is actually a deer park. Inside the forest you will see innocent deers grazing on the lush green grounds. More than 500 deers inhabit this forest. Other animals which are found in Bethuadahari include wild cats, peacocks, snakes and various species of birds. It is the perfect destination to spend your weekend. You can also visit Palashi, 24 km from here. The battle of Plassey was fought between Siraj Ud Daulah and Robert Clive at the grounds of Palashi. Bethuadahari Wildlife Sanctuary remains open from 8 am to 4 pm.

Bethuadahari

How to Reach

Trains  are running from Kolkata station to Bethuadahari. It takes approximately two and a half hours to reach Bethuadahari from Kolkata. From there you can take a rickshaw ride to get to the sanctuary. You can also board a Berhampur bound bus from Kolkata to reach Bethuadahari.


Accommodation

WBFDC Forest Bungalow. Tariff - Rs. 200-500. Tel: 03472-252362.
Bethuadahari Regulated Market Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 200-400.

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Machranga Deep

Machranga Deep is a small island situated in the middle of the Ichamati river near Taki in North 24 Parganas of West Bengal. It used to be an excellent picnic spot during the winter season. But nowadays, due to excessive mud and lack of proper infrastructure one can get on this island only during the high tide. Hence the picnic spot has been closed. However you can take a motor boat ride from Taki to go near the island.

Machranga Deep

Information

You can visit the island by motor boat from Taki.
Motor Boat Charges - Rs. 30/- per head, Rs. 600-800/- for full boat.
Several species of birds like parrot, bulbul and kingfisher are seen here.
Since it is impossible to picnic at Machranga Dwip, you can instead check out the wide range of picnic spots at Taki.

How to Reach

You can reach Taki Road station from Sealdah by Hasnabad Local. From there van rickshaws are available which will take you to Ferry Dock. You can reach Machranga Deep from there by motor boat.

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Kulik Bird Sanctuary

Kulik Bird Sanctuary (Raiganj Wildlife Sanctuary) is claimed as Asia's second largest bird sanctuary. Spanning over an area of 130 hectares this sanctuary is home to 164 species of birds including Asian Koel, Red Whiskered Bulbul, Munia, White Breasted Water Hen, Magpie Robin, Parakeet etc. Every year thousands of migratory birds visit this sanctuary during winter. There is a watchtower for bird watching. Apart from birds there are around 64 species of butterflies and various species of reptiles at this sanctuary. The best time to visit Kulik is from September to January.

Birds at the Kulik Bird Sanctuary

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How to Reach

You can reach Raiganj station from Kolkata Terminal by train. It takes 10 hours to reach Raiganj from Kolkata. Buses are also plying from Esplanade to Raiganj. Kulik is 3 km from Raiganj. Rickshaws are available from Raiganj to reach Kulik.

Accommodation

WBTDC Raiganj Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 700-1200. Tel: 9733008791.
North Dinajpur Zilla Parishad Bungalow, Raiganj. Tel: 03523-252272.
Hotel Vinayak. Tariff - Rs. 800-2200. Tel: 03523-242082, 9933921321.
Hotel Mamata’s. Tariff - Rs. 400-1000. Tel: 9804516673.

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Garchumuk

Garchumuk is an ideal weekend destination located in the Howrah district of West Bengal. It is a popular picnic spot too. The place is situated at the confluence of River Hooghly and River Damodar offering a beautiful view of the two rivers. Hundreds of visitors flock to Garchumuk to view the spectacular barrage called Atanna Gate (58 No. Gate) where 58 lock gates have been built. The Deer Park at Garchumuk is an added attraction. One can also go for a boat ride in the River Damodar.

Garchumuk

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How to Reach

You can reach Uluberia from Howrah by train. From there buses are running to Garchumuk. Apart from this Garchumuk can be reached from Kolkata by bus. You can board Gadiara bound buses from Esplanade bus terminus and disembark at Atanna Gate.

Accommodation

WBFDC Garchumuk Eco Tourism Centre. Tariff - Rs. 2000-2500. Tel: 033-23350064.
Howrah Zilla Parishad Bungalow. Tariff - Rs. 250-1000. Tel: 033-26384633.

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Tumbani

Tumbani (also spelled as Tumboni) is a tribal village situated in the border area of Jharkhand and West Bengal. At Tumbani, one can experience nature at its best in a rural setting with Brahmani river flowing on one side. Tumbani is flanked by Kalipahar Forest on one side and Patalpahari village on the other. You can also visit Moluti from here, where the famous Bengali Saint Bamakhyapa had spent his childhood.

Tumbani

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How to Reach

From Howrah you can reach Rampurhat by train. Auto rickshaws and jeeps are available from there to get to Tumbani.



Accommodation

Tumbani Forest Bungalow. Tariff - Rs. 900. For booking contact: DFO, Suri, Birbhum. Tel: 03462-255262.

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Suakhal

Suakhal is a popular picnic spot which was developed by Hooghly Zilla Parishad. Spanning over an area of 8 acres, Suakhal Tourist Centre features an Energy Education Park. There are ample things for amusement at Suakhal. You will see Botanical Garden, Herb Garden, Flower Garden, Wonderland and many more things. There is boating facility and children's playground.

Information

Charges per picnic spot : Rs. 25/- (Maximum 40 persons in one spot)
Entry Fee : Rs. 10/- per head
There are several cottages for resting purposes.
Charges for booking a cottage : Rs. 200/-
The park remains open from 8 am to 6 pm.
For more information, contact : Hooghly Zilla Parishad, Chinsurah, Hooghly. Tel: 033-26842135.


How to Reach

You have to reach Adisaptagram station from Howrah by train. The station lies on Howrah-Bardhhaman Main Line. From there you can reach Suakhal by rickshaw. Suakhal can also be reached from Serampore by bus (Route No. 12/C/1).

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