West Bengal Tourism
West Bengal, is bounded on the north by Bhutan and the state of Sikkim , on the east by Bangladesh and the state of Assam , on the south by the Bay of Bengal, on the southwest by the state of Orissa & Jharkhand, on the northwest by Nepal and the state of Bihar and on the south by Bay of Bengal. Its capital, Kolkata is one of the largest and most developed cities in India. The vast majority of the people in West Bengal are the Bengalis. The other communities in the state are Sherpas, Gorkhas and Paharis, residing in the hilly regions of West Bengal.
The mysterious land of West Bengal has many reasons to attract the tourists. The land of rich culture and heritage has a unique feature: it is the only state in India, which has historical sites, forests, beaches, snow-capped mountain ranges and rare wildlife. The state has an unmatched rich cultural treasure. Earlier known as Vanga, history of West Bengal dates back to the times of Gupta dynasty. The state has seen rise and falls of many dynasties and rulers. Bengal came under Islamic rule starting in the 13th century, and developed into a wealthy centre of trade and industry under the Mughal Empire during the 16th century. European traders had arrived in the late 15th century and eventually the British East India Company controlled the region by the late 18th century, from which the British extended their rule over all of India and Kolkata (Calcutta) became the capital of British ruled India.
The home of five Nobel prize winners, West Bengal has produced numerous well known personalities in the history of India. The world famous film director Satyajit Ray ("Lifetime Achievement" Academy Award winner) was also born here. The birthplace of Rabindra Nath Tagore, West Bengal gave birth to innumerable well known poets and writers who enriched the world literature ceaselessly.
The state is home to Sunderbans, a heritage site, which shelters the rare Royal Bengal Tigers. A travel through this state takes one on a ride to varied cultures, languages and landscapes. Hooghly and its tributaries- Mayurakshi, Damodar, Kangsabati and the Rupnarayan, enrich the soils of Bengal. Kolkata is amongst the largest metropolitan cities of world. Some of the sites worth seeing in the state are Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Birla Planeterium, Hazariduar, Howrah Bridge, Sunderbans, Shantiniketan, Mirik and Kalimpong.
Places to See in West Bengal
Kolkata
Howrah
Murshidabad
Darjeeling
Asansol
Durgapur |
Siliguri
Sundarbans
Shantiniketan
Bishnupur
Kharagpur and Haldia |
About West Bengal
West Bengal is a land of natural beauty, exquisite lyrical poetry and enthusiastic people. Situated in the east of India, West Bengal is stretches from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the South. This state shares international boundaries with Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal. Hence it is a strategically important place.
Places to See in West Bengal
Calcutta/Kolkata, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sunderban
West Bengal Fairs & Festivals
Gangasagar Mela, the largest fair of the State, Gangasagar Mela is a three-day event held in mid-January, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, at Sagar Dwip. Lakhs of pilgrims come for a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal.
West Bengal Beaches
Breathtaking Beaches premise the perfect escape to tranquility !!! The coastal strip of West Bengal, extending from the Gangetic delta land to the border of Orissa, presents some beautiful options in sea resorts - Digha, Shankarpur, Junput, Bakkhali, Sagardwip.
West Bengal Handicrafts
The immortal inheritance of Indian Culture has moulded its artists of the people, joyful exciting, intricate in imagination intuitively creating, but each with its individuality of his own. This is the expression that found incarnation in the traditional masters of arts and artifacts of West Bengal.
West Bengal Handlooms
Artistic Weaving Printing & Painting, Silks of Bengal were much acclaimed the world over, since ancient times. The most well-known Bengal Silk saree, which carry its legendary name, is the Baluchari saree - a product of exquisite design,
West Bengal Museums
Museums uphold national heritage and promote international understanding. West Bengal pioneered modern museum development in India with institutions like the Asiatic Society (1784), the Indian Botanic Garden (1787) and the Indian Museum (1814) - institutions which are among the oldest in India and till today remain.
West Bengal Wildlife
Owns the land ruled by 269 Royals. West Bengal’s wild life offers a fascinating diversity of terrain, flora and fauna. It is a delight for nature lovers.
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