West Bengal

The cultural capital of India and home to the most distinguished intellectuals and poets of the country is Kolkata. The city of joy is charming in its own way with the non stop rush on its roads, the obsession for food, ...

Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the town of Darjeeling in West Bengal. It was set up in 1915; and is one of the oldest wildlife sanctuaries in India. Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary has an incredible list of flora and fauna. It ...

I had heard about Chandernagore near Kolkata in bits and pieces from one of my Bengali friends. The place is one of the first outposts of the colonial rulers and is another French colony in the country apart from the popular ...

Sikkim is a gateway to the magnificent Kanchenjunga Mountains. With its pristine beauty, pleasant climate and enchanting mountain trails, Sikkim is a heaven for backpackers and travellers. It is the most favoured holiday and adventure destination for travellers across the globe. ...

Mandarmani or Mandarboni is a seaside village in West Bengal. The village lies in the northern end of the Bay of Bengal and is located in the district of East Midnapore. The village is home to a seaside resort which makes ...

The picturesque town of Pelling is situated in the beautiful state of Sikkim. It is one of the biggest tourist destinations in Sikkim. Pelling is situated at the foothills of Kanchenjunga, at an altitude of 2150 metres. Brimming with natural beauty, ...

With the river Teesta flowing in the east and the river Sankoshi in the west, lies the land of Dooars. It is well known for its tea gardens, lush forests as well as for its adventure activities. It is also home ...

Lepchajagat is a small yet a quaint village located at an altitude of 6956 ft.. The village is at a distance of approximately 19 km from the famous destination of Darjeeling. Lepchajagat finds its place on a hill slope which is ...

West Bengal is one of the states in India that boasts of its rich culture and heritage. Each destination here has its own significance and history to flaunt. Cooch Behar is one such place in West Bengal that is known for ...

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly river in Dakshineswar. The presiding deity is Goddess Kali but is also known as Bhavatarini here, which means she who liberates her devotees from the ocean of existence. The ...

The aura of a river basin is tranquil and scenic. Since the rivers have been given a status of goddess, they are also the Hindu religious places in India. These river deltas and islands have a great significance. Sagar Island in ...

Back in 1969, the song 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani Kab Aayegi Tu' from the film Aradhana beautifully captured the landscapes of Darjeeling along with its epic train! Do you remember the song where the charismatic Rajesh Khanna is driving in a ...