Bishnupur
Known across the country for famous terracotta temples and Baluchari sari, Bishnupur is an artistically flourishing town, set up by Malla Kings in 17th century. The reminiscences of this quaint town are worth capturing in digital lens and perfectly satiate the hunger of every art and craft lovers’ soul. Portrayed in various historical writings as the face of rural Bengal, the temple town is dotted with some of the widely discussed religious buildings such as Pancha Ratna Temple (Shyam Rai temple), Jor Bangla temple, Radheshyam temple, Dolmadol Kaman, etc. The Madanmohan temple of Bishnupur is designed in ektarana style that has square flat roof with carved cornices.
Digha
Literally the most sought after beach holiday retreat near Kolkata, Digha is located in the East Midnapur district at the border with Odisha. Lined with swaying chains of Casuarina trees, the beaches of Digha offer a beautiful canvas to be witnessed by the lovers of nature and serenity. Digha is mainly divided into Old Digha and New Digha. While Old Digha is found today at ruins and visited in the evening by lovebirds, New Digha is comparatively fresh in looks and attracts tourists for its Casuarina lined sea shore.
Duarsini
The wild beauty of Duarsini, Purulia knows the magic of impressing its patrons and that is why I suggest you all to travel at least once to Duarsini. Habitat of various tribal communities like Santhal, Munda, Shabaradh, and Kheriya, this tranquil hill station has hardly been touched the encroachment of multi-storeyed buildings or non-stop honks of fastest running vehicles. Spend your time walking around the greenery enriched households of the tribal people or forests with the help of a local guide. Walk along the river Satgudam or sit next to it and try to listen to the rhythmic music that every river loves to sing. As the sun sets and it starts getting darker, listen to the sound of drums coming out of the nearby villages.
Mukutmanipur
Get lost in the utter serene beauty of Mukutmanipur and find yourself in ecstasy spending a vacation in Mukutmanipur. Azure waterbody of this enchanting getaway is surrounded by hills and forests. Nestled at the confluence of two lively rivers, Kumari and Kangsabati, this quaint weekend getaway seeks attention for its necklace like dam. Mukutmanipur is located in Bankura district of West Bengal. Go for boating to the middle of the huge waterbody and get the feel of floating at the heart of ocean. Bonpukuria Deer Park is a famous pick of Mukutmanipur.
Mandarmani
Distance from Kolkata: 163km
Another much celebrated beach destination near Kolkata, Mandarmani has been attracting tourists for last couple of years for its clean and wide sea shore. An ideal getaway to take refuge in the lap of nature, this golden sea beach is lined with lush green vegetation and exclusive beach resorts. The cleanliness of the beach would let the willing travellers to take a dip in its water.
Junput
Distance from Kolkata: 145km
Does your soul lust for abundant greenery and heavenly tranquillity? Then plan for a weekend trip to Junput. There is nothing much to do in Junput than to become laid-back. So you will have enough time to relax and enjoy the rhythmic sounds of the sea waves, gentle sea breeze and the presence of Casuarina groves across the seashore, which indeed make Junput an ideal romantic getaway for couples. One can go exploring the Kapalkundala temple and the museum of fishery department.
Talsari
Distance from Kolkata: 191km
Shrouded in envelop of tranquillity, Talsari or Talasari Beach stands as a perfect getaway for city-escapists. Located at the border of Odisha and West Bengal, this tranquil destination rejuvenates travellers offering fresh air, eye-soothing vistas and non-chaotic environment. It is in Talasari River Subarnarekha meet the Bay of Bengal. The Chandaneswar Temple and Udaipur Beach are very close to Talasari Beach. A walk across the confluence in the evening to feel the cool breeze is ideal.
Ayodhya Hills
An ideal retreat to captivate the senses of forest lovers Ayodhya Hills is located on the boundary of Purulia District and Jharkhand at a distance of 40km Purulia Railway station. The hill is around 700m high and the winding path leading to the top of the hill offers beguiling sites of lush green vegetation. Beginners can take up mountaineering or rock climbing to make their vacation more interesting. Fresh water springs and streams rolling down are a real feast for the eyes.
Garh Panchkoat
Witness of a 1500 years old dynasty, Garh Panchkoat is only 71km from Purulia station on the southern Panchet foothills. Mostly the area is dotted with age old temples that are specimens of different architectural styles like Pancharatna, Jor-Bangla and Pirha. The common attraction of all these temples is the lush green backdrop which adds an awe-inspiring touch to the overall appearance of the temples.
Deulghat
Witness of the bygone era of Bengal, Deulghat is located near the Kansabati River near Boram under Arsha police station. Mainly visited by tourists to be mesmerized by the royal ruins, this wonderful tourist spot encompasses 15 ruined temples which are rich in architectural grandeur and work as a source of information for the history bu
Shankarpur
Tourists visiting Kolkata must have heard about Digha or Mandarmani but, only a few are aware of the beauty of Shankarpur sea beach of Midnapore district. Being less commercialised, very less crowd throng the shore of Shankarpur and as a result its freshness remains intact. The rolling waves of the sea reverberate on the shore and make it a perfect hide out for those who are seeking seclusion. The sea shore is enclosed by tall Casuarina trees and walking around them makes one delighted. Digha, one of the most popular sea beaches of Kolkata is only 14 km from Shankarpur and Mandarmani is only 45 minutes walking distance.
Tajpur
After spending a day in Shankarpur Beach, if one is left with free time, visiting Tajpur will be a great idea. It is only 3 km from Shankarpur and wins the confidence of beach lovers for its virgin natural beauty. Those who love to go adventurous can join paragliding organized in this sea beach. The River Mohana and villages of the fishermen are close to this sea beach and serve as the must see attractions of Tajpur. Kayaking, Rafting, Zorbing, and Rock Climbing are some of the most adventurous activities to be enjoyed in Tajpur.
Chechuria
Only 19km from Bishnupur, Chechuria is a manmade eco-sanctuary that can be an ideal retreat for those who would love to go for a picnic party with their family. Inside the park there are walking trails lined with varieties of trees. The chirping of birds, fresh air and quiet environment remove all exhaustions of day to day life.
Rasik Bil
A part of the buffer zone of Buxa Tiger Reserve, Rasik Bil is located at a distance of 30km from Alipurduar and a promising destination for eco-tourism activities. A perfect getaway for the birders, the lake premise is impeccably quiet and the greenery surrounding the lake presents a landscape painted by an artist. Other than a large aquarium, Rasik Bil encompasses a Deer Park and a Crocodile rehabilitation centre.
Holy Christ! I was literally baffled seeing the exotic nature of the beauty of West Bengal. I just looked for one district and it took me such a long time to explore the land virtually. So, I thought of finding a few offbeat sea beaches of West Bengal and what I found is like this…
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