A slice of fertile land running down from the tea carpeted Himalayan foothills to sweltering mangroves of the Bay of Bengal; West Bengal is replete with allures of incredible destinations offering unique experiences. Hill stations, culture hotspots, heritage sites, ancient ruins, wildlife and rolling tea-hills- West Bengal is simply a bundle of joy!
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Kolkata- Interlacing the Traditional and the Modern
A cauldron of rich culture, history, literature and art; the first capital of colonial India & the current capital of West Bengal, the birthplace of Nobel Prize winner Rabindranath Tagore, and a foodie’s heaven? Welcome to Kolkata aka Calcutta, the "City of Joy".
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Sunderbans National Park- Call of the Royal Bengal Tiger
This tangle of mangrove jungles in the Bay of Bengal is a UNESCO-listed Heritage Site. Home to the ferocious Royal Bengal Tiger, rare crocodiles and hundreds of species of birds; a jungle boat safari in Sunderbans is an exhilarating experience.
Darjeeling ? of Teas and Monasteries
The gateway to the north-east, Darjeeling is home to exotic rhododendron forests, gorgeous Himalayan vistas, stunning monasteries, heritage toy train, bustling bazaars and lush tea-trails.
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Kalimpong- Nature’s Bounty
Himalayan panorama, Buddhist monasteries, colonial bungalows, mesmerizing orchids, white water rafting and trekking- Kalimpong is a complete holiday package.
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Bishnupur-The Terracotta Temple Saga
Around 140kms from Kolkata, the 17th & 18th century Malla dynasty terracotta temples of Bishnupur are a blend of fusion architecture where curved Bengali roofs are topped with Islamic domes and arches.
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Gaur-Pandua Ruins- Timeless Glory
The twin towns, Gaur and Pandua once witness to three eras of glory ? the Buddhist Palas, the Hindu Sena Kings and the Muslim Sultan; are now home to some timeless ruins depicting the political and cultural dynamics of West Bengal.
Mandarmani Beach- Bay of Bengal at your Feet
Around 3kms from Digha, this quiet and secluded beach is a great place to relax and take long walks.
Fairs and Festivals of West Bengal
Shopping in West Bengal
West Bengal is a delight for shoppers. Kantha, Tant & Baluchari sarees, milky white SolaPith artifacts, terracotta images & tiles, Dokra handicrafts, Kalighat Paintings, Putul (puppet) Dolls and Darjeeling Tea- be sure to take a slice of Bengal with you.
Food in West Bengal
Traditional Macher Jhol (fish curry), Kosha Mangsho (Mutton curry), Shukto (mixed vegetables), Chelo Kebabs, Puchkas (spicy water bombs), Kolkata Kathi Rolls, Momos, Gundruk, Roshogulla, Sandesh & Mishti Doi- West Bengal is a foodie’s paradise.
Best Time to Visit Kolkata
West Bengal is best visited in winters from October to March.
How to Reach
By Air- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport at Dumdum, about 17kms from Kolkata, connects West Bengal with various Indian and international cities.
By Rail- All major cities in West Bengal are connected to the rest of the country by a network of direct & express trains.
By Road- West Bengal is connected with the rest of India by a network of well-maintained roads & highways.
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