Durgapur

Durgapur is situated in the northern extremes of coastal regions down south, nestled between the deltas and plateaus making it a marshy grassland with springs and wetlands. Due to heavy rainfall during autumn, the clay and in soil form layers with enriched fertility and humus suitable for the popular paddy production during the Kharif season. The central location of the place is parallel to colonies of dunes and marshy areas surrounded by forests of Teak and Eucalyptus. It is also a home for various indigenous species that thrive in the humid habitation including red panda, serow, and pangolin. The outskirts of Durgapur is dominated by the subtropical flora of conifers and pines that indicates the increased altitude.

If you plan to spend a weekend in West Bengal, then you may get to experience some diverse food options. For the unexperimental kinds, the place has numerous Indian, Chinese and Continental places. But if you want to have the complete Bengali experience then you must try dishes like an eggroll, Fish curry, Chicken Kasha, Mutton Kasha, Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian Biryani, Bengali Fish Fry, Puri Chole and Chum Chum. The best part of being in a place like Durgapur is that you get to relish on a diverse range of flavours from spicy eastern chillies to the sweet forever 'roshogulla'. The best place to try authentic Bengali street food is Bidhannagar where several vendors are serving Kathi rolls, homemade sweet delicacies and 'phuchkas' also called gol-gappas. If you’re looking for a delectable brunch or dinner, restaurants such as Pritika and Kohinoor are among the top choices. Some moderately priced restaurants for traditional cuisines are Evelyn and Zaykaa located near the central area. If you’re up for some Chinese, visit Hong Kong and Beijing in the city centre for a spicy meal box. Shiraz restaurant is another best pick for Mughlai serving crispy hot kebabs and rolls. 
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Once you step into Durgapur, the first thing you do is sort your accommodations. The city centre area is full of hotels. Next, you could probably grab a quick lunch from one of the local restaurants. Then you head for the Durgapur Barrage. The beautiful place will take at least a few hours to explore and take in. A local fisherman can be hired, who'll take you into the waters. After that, proceed to the next unique place Durgapur has to offer- The Steel Plant. The plant offers a variety of breathtaking views. Visitor area is restricted in the fully operational plant but it is worth your time. If you get free really early, then head towards Bhabani Pathak's Tilla, but only if you get free by 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM as the Tilla closes at night. The maze of tunnels has its own unique charm. Else, close the day with a relaxing stroll in Kumarmangalam Park

The top places near to Durgapur are Santiniketan which is 41 km from Durgapur, Bishnupur which is located 49 km from Durgapur, Kolkata which is located 150 km from Durgapur, Asansol which is located 41 km from Durgapur, Bardhaman which is located 64 km from Durgapur

The top things to do in Durgapur are Bhabani Pathak's Tilla, Durgapur Barrage, Durgapur Steel Plant, Deul Park, Troinka Park, Kumaramangalam Park. You can see all the places to visit in Durgapur here

Durgapur, being a well planned industrialised city, is well connected by rail and road. Regular rail and bus services connect the city of Durgapur to the rest of India. Although Durgapur has its own airport, Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport, it is yet to resume international operations. The nearest commercial airport is in Kolkata, which is 172.2 km away from NH 19.
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If you plan to spend a weekend in West Bengal, then you may get to experience some diverse food options. For the unexperimental kinds, the place has numerous Indian, Chinese and Continental places. But if you want to have the complete Bengali experience then you must try dishes like an eggroll, Fish curry, Chicken Kasha, Mutton Kasha, Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian Biryani, Bengali Fish Fry, Puri Chole and Chum Chum. The best part of being in a place like Durgapur is that you get to relish on a diverse range of flavours from spicy eastern chillies to the sweet forever 'roshogulla'. The best place to try authentic Bengali street food is Bidhannagar where several vendors are serving Kathi rolls, homemade sweet delicacies and 'phuchkas' also called gol-gappas. If you’re looking for a delectable brunch or dinner, restaurants such as Pritika and Kohinoor are among the top choices. Some moderately priced restaurants for traditional cuisines are Evelyn and Zaykaa located near the central area. If you’re up for some Chinese, visit Hong Kong and Beijing in the city centre for a spicy meal box. Shiraz restaurant is another best pick for Mughlai serving crispy hot kebabs and rolls. 
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Ideal for those with an air of sophistication. Suitable for backpackers from nearby sites like Kolkata, Kharagpur etc.

Politically volatile.

A major commercial hub of Bengal. Well planned and efficient.