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- 1. HILL STATIONS OF WESTBENGAL MADE BY:M.SHARVESH CLASS-10. SEC-‘A’
- 2. WEST BENGAL West Bengalis a state in Eastern India, between Himalayas and bay of Bengal. It‘s capital, Kolkata (Formerly Calcutta),Retains architecture and cultural remnants of its past as an East India company trading post and capital of British raj. The city’s Colonial landmark include the government buildings around B.B.D begh square,and the iconic Victoria Memorial, dedicated to British queen.
- 3. Top Hill Stationsin West Bengal Ajodhya Hills Darjeeling Samsing Takdah Siliguri Rimbik Sandakphu Kalimpong
- 4. Ajodhya Hills Whenit comes to discovering the hill stations in West Bengal, Ajodhya Hills is one place to make you fall in love with the Eastern Ghats. Nestled in the Purulia district of West Bengal, this hill station is part of the Chhotanagpur plateau. According to Hindu mythology, this place was the refuge of Lord Ram and Sita during their exile. So, you will see a lot of devotees touring Ajodhya Hills on their way to other hill stations in West Bengal.
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- 6. 2. Darjeeling Darjeelinga town and municipality in the northernmost region of the Indian state of West Bengal. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it has an average elevation of 2,045 metres (6,709 ft).To the west of Darjeeling lies the easternmost province of Nepal, to the east the Kingdom of Bhutan, to the north the Indian state of Sikkim, and farther north the Tibet Autonomous Region region of China. Bangladesh lies to the south and southeast, and most of the state of West Bengal lies to the south and southwest, connected to the Darjeeling region by a narrow tract. Kangchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain, rises to the north and is prominently visible on clear days.
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- 8. 3. Samsing Strategicallysituated between Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri, Samsing is a perfect amalgamation of scintillating mountain views, serene riverbanks, mystical forests, and charming tea estates. Folks looking for offbeat hill stations in West Bengal should include Samsing in their itinerary
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- 10. 4. Takdah Aformer British cantonment that has recently been discovered by avid travellers exploring hill stations in West Bengal is Takdah. Also known as Tukdah by the locals, the literal meaning of this village is “mist” in the Lepcha language, which also best describes its weather conditions all year round. Since it falls in the Darjeeling district, tea gardens are in abundance. Besides this, it is popular for its Orchid Center, Dara Dokan (weekly market), and Takdah Monastery.
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- 12. 5. Siliguri CallingSiliguri the “Gateway of North India” is quite apt due to its location. Set on the banks of the Mahananda River, this hill station connects West Bengal and Assam with Bihar and other states in the north. Spending a few days in Siliguri would be a delight for people who love nature at its finest. Be it exploring the Mahananda Weir National Park, taking a jungle safari in the Chilapata Forest or haggling at the Honk Kong Market, every experience is unique in its own right.
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- 14. 6. Rimbik Ahidden treasure in the Singalila National Park region of Darjeeling is Rimbik, a small town that is beloved by hardcore trekkers. This hill station in West Bengal acts as an overture to many a trekking trail like the Sandakphu Trek, Gorkhey Trek, and the like. Besides this, you can homage to Dhirdam Temple which has a blend of Hindu and Tibetan architecture.
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- 16. 7. Sandakphu Standingtall at the highest point of the Singalila Ridge, Sandakphu is a hill station in West Bengal that will awaken your spiritual side quite literally. The Sandakphu-Phalut Trek to the Sleeping Buddha is a journey that will stay with you for a long time.
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- 18. 8. Kalimpong Kalimpongis one of the most popular hill stations near Kolkata, West Bengal and for good reason. Blessed with natural beauty, bustling markets, Buddhist monasteries, and churches, it has an old- world charm about it.
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