Bidyang

Bidyang is a small hamlet situated at a distance of 15 km from Kalimpong. The place is ideal for those who want to experience the serenity of the hills and the endless bounty of nature. The hamlet is located on the banks of Reli river. Facilities for adventure sports like rock climbing and river crossing are added attractions. The confluence of Teesta and Reli river is 7 km from Bidhyang Valley. The wooden hanging bridge standing on the river is awe inspiring.

How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata station to New Jalpaiguri. Kalimpong-bound buses are available from Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus in Siliguri. Shared jeeps are also available from Siliguri to Kalimpong. Bidyang is 15 km from Kalimpong. Hired cars ply from Kalimpong to Bidyang village.



Accommodation

Doon Valley Nature Retreat. Tariff: Rs. 1500-2200. Tel: 9830107879, 9432964242.
Kunchudyangmoo Home Stay. Tariff: Rs. 3600 for two persons with food and stay. Tel: 9002212829, 9733323345

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South Khayerbari Nature Park

South Khayerbari Nature Park is a tiger rescue centre situated 15 km from Jaldapara. The park has been developed with the objective of treatment and rehabilitation of leopards and tigers. The leopards and tigers have been kept in a natural environment in this park. Battery operated cars are used to conduct safari tours in this nature park. River Buri Torsa is flowing through the South Khayerbari Nature Park. Boating can be done in the waters of the river.

How to Reach

Train is available from Sealdah to Hasimara. Madarihat is 12 km from Hasimara station. South Khayerbari Nature Park is 15 km from Madarihat.


Accommodation

There are three cottages of the forest department on the bank of Buri Torsa river.
Tel: 9641796519. Kolkata booking: WBFDC, Tel: 033-22370060/61.

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Kuilapal

Kuilapal is an attractive weekend destination situated in Purulia district of West Bengal. Located at a distance of 18 km from Bundwan, the place is surrounded by forests of Sal, Teak and Mahua trees. There are a number of Santhal villages in and around Kuilapal. You can take a leisurely walk through the tribal villages in order to get a glimpse of their lifestyle.

How to Reach

Trains are available from Howrah to reach Jhargram. Buses are plying from Jhargram to Kuilapal.



Accommodation

WBFDC Forest Bungalow. Tariff - Rs. 500. Tel: 03252-222604.
For booking contact: DFO, Kangsabati Soil Conservation, Division-2, PO & District - Purulia.

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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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Beloon

Beloon Eco Village is a small village situated on the banks of Shibai River in the district of Bardhhaman. In winter flocks of migratory birds visit the waters of River Shibai. You can take a nice stroll along the river bank watching the boats sailing on the river. If you want you may hire a boat yourself and sail in the waters of Shibai river. The best time to visit the place is during winter when a large number of birds including White Throated Kingfisher, Woolly Necked Stork, Ruddy Shelduck are seen in this village. There is a lake close to Beloon Eco Village. You can also do fishing in this lake. From Beloon, you can visit Kalyanpur Ghat where a number of dolphins are seen.

Beloon

How to Reach

Trains are running from Howrah and Sealdah to Katwa. It takes around three and a half hours to reach Katwa from Kolkata. Cars, buses and trains are available from Katwa to reach Shiblun Halt Station. Shiblun is 8 km from Katwa. Beloon Eco Village is just 1 km from Shiblun Halt. You can either walk or ride a bullock cart to get to Beloon village. Beloon is also accessible from Kolkata by car via Bardhaman-Katwa Road.



Accommodation

Belun Eco Village. Tariff - Rs. 2250 per person (including food, lodging and select activities). Tel: 7003109504.

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Baruva

Baruva is a new and virgin beach resort situated in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. The Mahendra Tanaya river merges into the Bay of Bengal at this place. Baruva used to be a seaport during the British colonial rule but the harbor was closed in the year 1948. The main town of Baruva is located a little away from the sea beach. Apart from the sea coast, there are some ancient temples which are added attractions of this place. The most notable one is the Kotilingeswara Swami Temple. Other temples include Janardhana Swami Temple and Durga Temple. The newly constructed Andhra Pradesh Tourism's Haritha Beach Resort is the ideal place to enjoy the serenity of the sea.

How to Reach

There are two ways to reach Baruva. You can reach Brahmapur from Howrah by train. Baruva is 70 km from there. Trains are also running from Howrah to Palasa. Baruva is just 35 km from Palasa.



Accommodation

Haritha Beach Resort. Tariff - Rs. 1000-1700. Tel: 9491765003.

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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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