Adorning the Eastern part of India, West Bengal excludes the richness of culture at its best. It rises from the well-known Bay of Bengal in a spectacular maze of mangroves. Sprawling over the far-stretched Ganges plain, it exhibits unparalleled geography. The state takes pride in producing a host of intellectuals like writers, poets and spiritualists. It receives a large number of foreign travellers every year. Its vibrancy can be witnessed in its dance, music and adventure and shopping.
Let’s take you to the popular tourist destinations.
Kolkata
Talking about most popular place to visit, Kolkata always tops the chart. It proudly houses the well-known Victoria Memorial, a giant white-marble structure, dates back to 1874. It is acclaimed for being the oldest archaeological museum in India. Eden Garden is another spectacle to watch. Birla Planetarium, Fort William, Kali Mandir and Howrah Bridge are other famous sites to explore.
Sunderbans
An abode of the largest population of wild tigers, Sunderbans boasts of being a UNESCO world heritage site. It serves as the largest estuarine delta in the world. Sunderbans is also known as the biggest site of the Royal Bengal Tigers. The Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project is a part of crocodile-breeding farm here. The site of Netidhopan houses the ruins of an old temple dated 400 years back and Holiday Island.
Darjeeling
Lying 6 kms away from the main town, this amazing hillock is enveloped by the renowned Yiga Choeling Monastery. It houses 15 images of the Maitreya Buddha and a museum of Natural history having assortment of Himalayan animals, reptiles, birds and insects. The Lloyd Botanic Garden and Tibet refugee center are another must-visit spots. The Darjeeling-Rangit Valley ropeway offers you amazing views.
Festivals
While talking of West Bengal, it is hard to skip Durga Puja. Widely celebrated in Eastern and Northern states, the festival depicts the cultural wealth of the state. The unique dance ‘Garba’ is performed here that adds to the festivity.
Adventure
Travellers can explore unique adventure in West Bengal. The enchanting valleys and hills of Darjeeling invites adventure enthusiasts to enjoy trekking. Besides, you can also take joy in river rafting, mountain biking and water skiing.
Shopping
You cannot leave the state without shopping as it has so much to offer. Fine arts and paintings are the most shopped items. Besides, tea, clay models, Baluchari silk saris, conch-shell and jute products are other popular items.
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