Hooghly

Hooghly

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Hooghly is an interesting tourist destination for various reasons. It is considered sacred as it is where Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and Sarada Devi stayed for many years; it has historic significance as it bears the influences of Portuguese, French and the Dutch. Here are some important tourist destinations in Hooghly.

• Chandannagar Museum
• Srirampore
• Bhadreswar
• Tarakeshwar Temple
• Hooghly Imambara
• Hangseshwari Temple
• Deer Park
• Sri Ramakrishna Math
• Garh Mandaran

Murshidabad

Murshidabad

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Murshidabad is home to various races and religions. It is located on River Bhagirathi banks. The history of the city dates back to pre-historic times. The city was at its height of glory in the past and it was Bengal’s capital in before the British rulers shifted the capital to Kolkata. Given below are the important tourist places in Murshidabad.

• Hazarduari Palace Museum
• Imambara
• Wasef Manzil
• Jalangi River
• Nasipur Palace
• Katra Mosque
• Jahankosha Canon
• Katgola

Siliguri

Siliguri

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Siliguri is a picturesque location that offers spectacular views of Himalayas. It is famous for tea and timber. Thick forest on the foothills and the tea gardens offer amazing views of the land. Given below are some important tourist attractions in Siliguri.

• Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary
• Chilapata Forest
• Coronation Bridge
• Kanchenjunga Stadium
• Surya Sen Park
• Isckon Temple
• Shorea Forest Recreation Center
• Fulbari Barrage
• Sevoke, Kalijhora, Mongpong

Midnapore

Midnapore

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The town Midnapore, also called as Medinipur, is situated in the west of Medinipur District. It is a famous pilgrim centers as it is home to some ancient temples and mosques. Having contributed many freedom fighters for independence, the land has monuments built in memory of the war heroes. Here are some attractions in Midnapore.

• Bahiri
• Chandrakona
• Jhargram
• Shankarpur Beach
• Dantan
• Garbeta
• Bargabheema Temple
• Kurambera Fort
• Jora Masjid
• Egra
• Dandeswar Mahadev Temple
• Baptist Mission Church
• Keshiari

Bankura

Bankura

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Bankura is on the west of the state of West Bengal. Apart from the historic side, Bankura has an artistic face too. It has tourist attractions that boast of its historical importance and destinations that challenge you to trek and hike. Here are some leading destinations in Bankura.

• Biharinath Hill
• Susunia Hills
• Mukutmonipur Dam
• Rasmancha
• Garh Darwaja
• Krishna-Balaram Temple
• Ganesh and Nandi Statue

Darjeeling

Darjeeling

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Darjeeling is the most perfect place to unwind on your holiday. Snow clad mountains, lush greenery and the stunning views of Himalayas make the place a heaven on earth. The entire land is colorful and picture perfect with green tea leaves, red rhododendrons, white magnolias, birds of different species and snow-covered peak of Kanchenjunga. Here are the top destinations in Darjeeling.

• Kanchenjunga
• Sandakphu
• Tiger Hill
• Peace Pagoda
• Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
• Batasia Loop
• Lava
• Everest Museum
• Barbotey Rock Garden
• Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
• Neora National Park
• Darjeeling Toy Train

kolkata

 Kolkata

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Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is the largest metropolitan city in India. This ancient city is considered to be inhabited for more than two thousand years and it is evident from its rich cultural background and diverse ethnicity. Here are some important tourist attractions in Kolkata.

• Howrah Bridge
• Belur Math Shrine
• Botanical Gardens
• Victoria Hall
• Mother House
• Shantiniketan
• Fort William
• Eco Tourism Park
• Birla Industrial And Technological Museum
• Science City
• Birla Temple
• Marble Palace
• Indian Museum
• Bishnupur
• Park Street