Useful Info & Guides

KOLKATA

The artistic and cultural capital of India, Kolkata is a living legacy that dates back to more than 300 years. The city of joy served as the British capital before Delhi. A walk through the streets of North Kolkata will hit you with a nostalgic feeling, representing the colonial architecture in the form of mansions and other monuments. Covered in several wrappings of art, literature, cuisine, heritage, customs, festivals, etc. Kolkata is a soulful city full of life where every day is celebrated to its fullest. The city where Rabindranath Tagore was born, Calcutta (old spelling) is located at the banks of River Hooghly.

PLACE TO VISIT

Howrah Bridge, Jorasanko Thakurbari, Park Street, Indian Museum, the Victoria Memorial, Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Birla Temple, Calcutta Racecourse, Eden Gardens, Marble Palace Mansion, South Park Cemetery, Fort William, Princep Ghat, Kumartuli, Mother Teresa House, Piyali Islands, Alipore Zoo, National Library, Science City

DARJEELING

Wrapped in thick tea tree plantations painting the surroundings in emerald-green colour, decorated with jewels of Lesser Himalaya, Darjeeling is one of the most sought after tourist attractions. It’s world-famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) is noteworthy which gives it a unique place in the tourism community all over. The queen of Himalayas, this hill station has been blessed with jaw-dropping natural beauty, untouched charm of old-world, innocent smile of locals, everything makes it the perfect destination to come and get lost in the tranquility which is hard to find elsewhere. Take a look around and you will find green carpet spread in endless land with women working, plucking fresh leaves with baskets on their back and sip a cup of aromatic tea brewed locally.

PLACE TO VISIT

Kanchenjunga Mountain, Darjeeling Toy Train, Tiger Hill, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tinchuley Village, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Batasia Loop, Happy Valley Tea Estate, Mahakal Temple, Neora Valley National Park, Barbotey Rock Garden, Passenger Ropeway, Ahal Dara View Point, Coronation Bridge, Suntalekhola, Dali Monastery, Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary

SUNDERBANS

The mangrove delta area of Sunderbans is full of green terrain. A serene composition of Meghna River Brahmaputra River and Ganges River in the Bay of Bengal, this area is home to a large population of Royal Bengal tigers at its Sunderbans Tiger Reserve. Famed as the largest mangrove forest in the world, more than 100 tigers roam freely along with several other species. A paradise for wildlife lovers, this place is yet one of the most captivating places to experience wildlife at its best. Beautiful Forest as the word Sunderbans means in Bengali, this UNESCO World Heritage Site borders with Bangladesh. A visit to the mangrove forest can thrill you for lifetime with glimpses of saltwater crocodiles (5 meters long), gigantic dolphins, wild boar, fox, leopard cats, flying fox, Indian grey mongoose, etc.

PLACE TO VISIT

Sunderbans National Park, Netidhopani, Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower, Kanak, Sajnekhali Watch Tower, Tina Kona Island, Mangrove Eco Garden

KALIMPONG

The small, sleepy town based at 1200 meters of altitude is one of the most visited tourist destinations of West Bengal. This little town was once a subdivision of Darjeeling; Kalim is a local dialect which translates as King’s Minister whereas Pong translates to Stronghold. The weather here is slightly milder and remains pleasant throughout the year. The town was once under the dynasty of Bhutan King and on 6th December, 1864, handed it over to the British. The British built here several education and charity institutions which are still present here. Kalimpong was once a major trans-Himalayan trade hub between Tibet and India. This virgin hill station offers breath-taking views of green lush valleys, churches, Tibetan monasteries, etc.

PLACE TO VISIT

Durpin Dara Hill, Cactus Nursery, Morgan House, Deolo Hill, Jang Dog Palriffo Brang Gompa, Galingka, Thongsa Gompa, Crockety, Teesta Bazar, Nature Interpretation Center, Sericulture Research Institute, St Theresa Catholic Church, Tharpa Choeling Gompa

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