5 Places To Visit In Jalpaiguri
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1. Murti river
37 km from city center
River
9km away from the main township of Jalpaiguri, Murti river is near Murti. In the middle of thick forest, one can often spot wild animals like Elephants, Rhinos, Deer etcetera who come down to the river bank to satisfy their thirst.
2. Buxa National Park
83 km from city center
National Park
Spread over acres of land in the Alipurduar division of West Bengal, Buxa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jalpaiguri. A common favourite to regular tourists, adventure enthusiasts and eco travellers, Buxa also has a tiger reserve located inside the national park.
3. Mendabari Fort
3 km from city center
Forts & Palaces
Located on the bank of river Baniya, Mendabari fort, also known as Nalraja garh is an ancient fort which dates back to the 5th century. The remains of the fort interest archaeology and history enthusiasts while the location and historic stories around the fort fascinate the travellers.
4. Gorumara National Park
25 km from city center
National Park
Located at the foothills of Himalayas in the Terai region, Gorumara National Park is known for its undisturbed beauty and landscape. Regularized as a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1949, Gorumara attracts tourists for nature walks, treks and wildlife gazing.
5. Buxa Duar Trek
83 km from city center
Trekking & Hiking
The Buxa Duar Trek, cradled in the Jalpaiguri District of West Bengal, offers an opportunity to peek into the mysteries of the wild jungles of the Buxa Tiger Reserve. It is a densely forested reserve boasting of being the only tiger reserve in the entire Kanchenjunga circuit.
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FAQs on Jalpaiguri
Can you suggest an itinerary for Jalpaiguri?
The Jalpaiguri town is small in itself and can be covered easily in a day, however, if you wish to visit the wildlife sanctuaries, each one will take at least half a day. If you have to choose one of the wildlife sanctuaries, then go for Gorumara National Park.
How can I commute within Jalpaiguri?
Travellers can use buses and shared rickshaw sawari for travelling from one destination to the other. Since Jalpaiguri is a small town and attractions are nearby, travellers can also travel on foot from one place to another.
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