Scenic in West Bengal

West Bengal Scenic

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Toy Train, Darjeeling Entertainment, Nature

Famous for: Only 30 seater train offering journey with great stunning picturesque


Toy Train is one of the main attractions for tourists in Darjeeling. The name itself is enough to inculcate great feeling of excitement in the trip to Darjeeling. In September 1881, the Toy Trai...

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Tiger Hill, Darjeeling Land, Nature

Famous for: Great view of sunset and also Eastern Himalayas


The beauty and charm of the Hills in Darjeeling are really mind-blowing and cannot be perfectly put into the words. Among the hills, other most wonderful site is the Tiger Hill which is situated...

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Ghoom Monastery, Darjeeling Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Also referred as the Yogachoeling Gompa, Ghoom Monastery is one of the most sacred places in Darjeeling. This authentic place is sited in Ghoom of Darjeeling and was established by a monk in 187...

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Observatory Hill, Darjeeling Nature

Famous for: Magnificent temple and scenic beauty


In the language of local people, Observatory Hill is referred as “ Makal-Babu-Ko-Thaan” and is among the oldest places in Darjeeling. This authentic site is relevant to religious fai...

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Catholic Church, Kalimpong Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Wonderful architecture and one of the best historical monuments


Other fantastic must-see of Kalimpong is the Catholic Church. In Kalimpong region, this gorgeous Church was supposed to be the largest one and magnificently built by the Christian Missionaries. ...

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Deolo View Point, Kalimpong Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Grabbing wonderful views from this point and also for river rafting


Deolo View Point in Kalimpong completes your tour to this astonishing town in West Bengal. Missing it means you missed a lot!! Deolo View Point is sited at the height of 1914 meters and standing...

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Durpin Dara, Kalimpong Nature

Famous for: Splendid views and trekking


Located at the height of 1402 meters on a hillock and only 3 kms away from the Kalimping town, an observatory spot named DurpinDara. Usually, one can reach this point simply with a car drive and...

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Asiatic Society, Kolkata Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Having great collection of manuscripts and photographs


The Asiatic Society was established by Sir William Jones in the years 1784 with the main goal of oriental research. The former name of this society as Asiatic Society and then numerous names cha...

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St. Pauls Cathedral, Kolkata Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style and royal grandeur


Standing as a symbol that portraits the unity of the diverged religious people of the city, St. Paul’s Cathedral occupies the most important position in the list of the prominent attractiv...

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Marble Palace, Kolkata Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Wonderful fort with stunning paintings on its wall and also houses a Mini Zoo


Marble palace dreamed and brought into existence by the Rajendra Mullik in the year 1855, now turned out to be the popular place for the tourists to roam around. This fort represents the structu...

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Shankarpur Beach, Digha Nature, Water

Famous for: Bech activities, fishing


Located at a distance of about 14 km from Digha, the Shankarpur Beach is a virgin beach. It is the twin beach which is yet unspoilt by the tourist activities and looks amazing while surrounded b...

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Marine Aquarium And Research Centre, Digha Nature, Water

Famous for: The largest aquarium in India


Pronounced as MARC, it is a great place for the visitors to enjoy the diverse marine life and various research activities associated with it. Established in 1989, this aquarium is the largest of...

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Sundarbans National Park, Sundarbans Land, Nature, Water

Famous for: Wildlife sanctuary, tiger reserve


Adorned as the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sundarbans National Park is a highly acclaimed wildlife sanctuary and tiger reserve in India. Located at the place where the sea meets the land at ...

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Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary, Sundarbans Nature, Water

Famous for: Regional and migratory birds


Nestled between the Rivers Peechkali and Gomati, this beautiful bird sanctuary lies adjacent to the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve. Home to a variety of regional and migratory bird species, it is one ...

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Piyali, Sundarbans Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A small river serving as gateway to Sunderbans


Piyali is the gateway to Sundarbans and is at a distance of about 70 km from Kolkata by road. This small river of Piyali flows through the green paddy fields of the region and confluences with R...

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Kala Bhavan, Santiniketan Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Arts, Culture, Museum


Kala Bhavan is the main centre for the study and research in the field of visual arts and is located in the complex of Vishwa Bharati University. It was established by Rabindranath Tagore in 191...

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Rabindra Bhavan, Santiniketan Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Arts Gallery & Museum


Also known as Tagore Memorial Museum, Rabindra Bhavan building was established in 1942 at Santiniketan. This beautiful museum showcases the personal collections of Tagore and thus is associated ...

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Happy Valley Tea Gardens, Darjeeling Nature

Famous for: Tea gardens and great stunning views


Tea is among the great prides of Darjeeling and is one of the main reasons for its popularity among the whole world. Therefore, tea industry is at the top position in the business world of Darje...

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Himalayan Institute Of Mountaineering, Darjeeling Land, Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Small Zoo and great historical museum


Those who are fond of adventure in every step of their life, then the Himalayan Institute of Mountaineering was especially made for them only. This exciting place is located at the high altitude...

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Trekking Trails, Darjeeling Land, Nature

Famous for: Mind-boggling picturesques and best for day-excursion; especially loved by nature lovers


Darjeeling is supposed to be the main origin for well-organized training. Darjeeling is not only famous for its natural splendor but it also offers wonderful and adventurous trekking trails to i...

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Senchel Lake, Darjeeling Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Best for day excursion and to captivate panoramic views


Senchel Lake is supposed to be the pride of Darjeeling as it is among the highest lakes not only in the country but in the entire world. This lake also serves as the main picnic spot for the vis...

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Lloyds Botanical Garden, Darjeeling Entertainment, Nature

Famous for: Spectacular views and serene environment


Perched at a height of 7000 feet above the sea level amidst the cool atmosphere, Llyods Botanical Garden in Darjeeling is waiting for you. In 1878, this fabulous garden was established covering ...

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Thongsha Gompa, Kalimpong Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


Only 3 kms away from Kalimpong main market, a Buddhist marvel is located named as the ThongshaGompa. This monastery was built during the period of Bhutan kingdom in the year 1692. The edifice of...

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Mangal Dham, Kalimpong Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Spectacular views and serene environment


MangalDham temple is one of the main sacred temples in Kalimpong. The temple is not only famous for its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere but its intricate architecture is out of this world. The ...

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Samco Ropeway, Kalimpong Land, Nature

Famous for: Wonderful views just from ropeway ride


Only word “Ropeway” is more than enough to develop feeling of excitement in you!! Visitors to Kalimponglove to be at this place as many times as they get a chance. Located at the dis...

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Eden Garden Cricket Stadium, Kolkata Nature

Famous for: Stadium serving as shelter for the Bengal cricket team


Occupying the second place among the largest playing grounds of the world, Eden Garden cricket stadium now got the place in the list of the places to be visited in Kolkata. Also this stadium is ...

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Birla Planetarium, Kolkata Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Being resemblance to the Buddhist Stupa at Sarnath


Birla Planetarium is famously called as Taramandal and it is considered to be the largest planetarium in Asia. This planetarium has been opened by the former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru at 1...

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Kalighat Kali Temple, Kolkata Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Kalighat Kali Temple is one of the famous Hindu temples in Kolkata only built for the divinity of Maa Kali. This is positioned near to Hooghly River in order to spread the spirit of the temple. ...

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Esplanade, Kolkata Nature

Famous for: Being one of the main developed areas in Central Kolkatta


The Esplanade is a familiar area in central Kolkata it has not exactly alongside of the water resource but it has nearby the river Hooghly. There are large numbers of roads and streets which are...

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New Digha, Digha Land, Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: New township of old Digha


New Digha is an extension to the old township of Digha and is dotted with a multitude of accommodation facilities and tourist attractions which have made it a hot spot among the visitors. Apart ...

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Udaipur Beach, Digha Nature, Water

Famous for: Bewitching beachside


Udaipur Beach is another famous beach of Digha and is a wonderful place for the beach lovers to enjoy sand and sun in an unspoilt ambience. The most distinctive feature of the beach is that the ...

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Kanak, Sundarbans Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Home to Oliver Ridley Turtles


Dotted with shallow waters and pristine beaches, Kanak is a heavenly place for the Oliver Ridley Turtles in Sundarbans. During the breeding season, these turtles migrate across several places in...

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Halliday Island, Sundarbans Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A beautiful isand with richness of wildlife


Situated at the south of the Tiger Reserve in Sundarbans, the Halliday Island is a beautiful place for the visitors where they can spot the Barking Deer. Nearby it is located the Lothian Island ...

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Uttarayan Complex, Santiniketan Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Art Gallery, Museum, Architectural Style


Uttarayan Complex is a prestigious place in Santiniketan where Rabindranath Tagore used to live. The splendid building of Uttarayan Complex is divided into various buildings having distinct arch...

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Sriniketan, Santiniketan Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Handicrafts, Agriculture, Arts


Santiniketan together with Sriniketan forms the massive complex of Vishwa-Bharti. Sriniketan was established in 1992 as a centre for rural reconstruction and focuses on the education related to ...

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Everest And Mountaineering Museum, Darjeeling Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Two adjoining museums and splendid views


Both the museums namely Everest Museum and Mountaineering Museum are situated very close to each other. To get entered into these museums, one has to enter the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute...

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Badamtan Tea Estate, Darjeeling Nature

Famous for: Tea gardens and great stunning views


Lebong Tea Company was having the entire control over the Badamtan Tea Estate and the company was fortunate enough to rule over it since last 150 years. Originally, the tea estate was under effe...

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Ganga Maya Park, Darjeeling Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Mind-blowing waterfall and scenic views


Being located amidst the Darjeeling Hills, Ganga Maya Park is worldwide famous for its amazing and exhilarating boat-rides. This amusement park is situated only 3 kms away from the Rock Garden a...

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Batasia Loop, Darjeeling Land, Nature

Famous for: Adventurous route and is the main part of Darjeeling railways


Batasia Loop is other fascination of Darjeeling and is well-known for its adventurous rail route. This loop is the main focal point of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and is situated at the Bat...

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Nature Interpretation Center, Kalimpong Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Performing all activities relevant to ecology and environment


One of the interesting attractions in the history section for Kalimpong is Nature Interpretation Center. It is a center that put lots of efforts to present the outcome effect of each and every a...

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The Pine View Nursery, Kalimpong Nature

Famous for: Collection of different types of Cactus


For instance, if we hear the name of nursery, the first thing that hit our mind is Flowers!! Amazing but really true, there is a cactus nursery in Kalimpong named the Pine View Nursery. This nur...

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Morgan House, Kalimpong Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Bird Watching and Lush surroundings


Morgan House is a superb bungalow constructed during the British era and is one of the magnificent architectural delights of former times. Nowadays, the bungalow got turned in a tourist accommod...

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Army Golf Club, Kalimpong Land, Nature

Famous for: Golf playing and also for mesmerizing surroundings


Army Golf Club is actually meant for the golf players and who are damn crazy of this amazing and interesting game. It is also one of the main attractions in Kalimpong and visited by many of the ...

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Park Street, Kolkata Nature

Famous for: Numerous shops offering lots of different articles including electronic items also


Park Street is familiar for Asiatic Society. Currently, it has renamed as Mother Teresa Sarani which consists of an endless number of shops which promoting electronic items to entire books. It c...

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Town Hall, Kolkata Nature

Famous for: Hall mainly used for managing different types of activities


Town Hall is the place for organizing all kinds of the activities that are focused on the development of the city. The hall is constructed fully with the comb...

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Subarnarekha River, Digha Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A beautiful confluence point of a river and sea


The beautiful Subarnarekha river drains into the Bay of Bengal at 12 km from Digha near the Bengal-Orissa border. There is a long beach along the Udaypur village that leads to the meeting point ...

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Talsari, Digha Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: An unspoilt beach destination


Talsari is another fascinating beach located close to the confluence of the Subaranrekha and the sea near the Orissa- Bengal border. It is in the form of a small delta and is still lesser known ...

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Netidhopani, Sundarbans Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Exotic wildlife, ancient temple


Hooked by the beautiful mangroves of Sundarbans, the Netidhopani is a popular tourist attraction of the region. Along with blessed with exotic wildlife, the place is also popular among the touri...

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Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower, Sundarbans Land, Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A watchtower in Sunderbans


Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower is a famous tower in the Sundarbans forest from where the tourists can spot most of the tigers. Moreover, some other wild animals like wild boars, axis deer and crocodi...

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Hiran Point, Sundarbans Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Amazing natural beauty, tiger spotting


Located on the southern tip of Sundarbans, Hiran Point is a popular tourist attraction in the region. Enveloped by water bodies on the three sides, it is also known as Nilkamal. This beautiful s...

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Deer Park, Santiniketan Nature

Famous for: Bird Sanctuary, Bird Watching, Forests


Located 3 km from Sriniketan, Deer Park is a beautiful natural destination for the visitors. The park is a part of Ballabhpur Wildlife Sanctuary which was established in 1977 in Bolpur. It was o...

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Kankalitala, Santiniketan Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Temples, Rivers & Scenic Beauty


Kankalitala is a sacred Satipithas near Santiniketan located at the banks of River Kopai. The place is recognized as one of the fifty two Pithas or sacred spots where some of the body parts were...