Explore Lataguri's cultural attraction with vibrant local traditions, including colorful festivals, traditional dances, and rich heritage with Suncity Resorts

1. Lataguri’s cultural attractions: A glimpse into the local
traditions
The Vibrant Gambhira
A globetrotter can experience a piece of the vibrant culture that forms an integral part of
Lataguri due to the existence of a diversified range of tribal communities that comprises
Lepcha, Toto, Rava, Raj Bangshi, Limboo, and a few Nepali communities. The primary
cultural attraction of the region is the dance form known by the name of Gambhira, which
has been quite popular throughout the Malda district of North Bengal. Two performers are
involved in this unusually rhythmic dance form with one personifying a man and the other
personifying the man’s maternal grandfather to create an exposition of a topic in an effort
to spread social consciousness. This particular dance form utilizes masks that are prepared
from leaves of neem and fig and are crafted by skilled artisans of the Sutradhar community.

2. When the Chaitra Sankranti’s celebrations are in full swing, the Gambhira singers also visit
homes besides performing on the streets displaying a magnificent spectacle for the tourists.
The performers solicit alms in the form of rice, wheat, or simple cash through which they can
fund their annual activities.
Exquisite Craftwork
The next exotic cultural experience a traveler can achieve from a visit to Lataguri is to
witness the strong artistic tradition of West Bengal. There are enough opportunities to
explore a wide array of traditional handicrafts, especially terracotta crafts and wooden
sculptures that can be gifted to dear ones and can also make attractive souvenirs. The
region is also well-renowned for hand-woven textiles like the Kantha sarees which
stand as a testament to the exceptional talent and weaving skills of the local weavers.

4. Enchanting Art Galleries
The few cultural centers and art galleries that are found in Lataguri showcase a diverse
collection of paintings, ancient sculptures, and archaeological objects that offers a
beguiling glimpse of the region’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. Though Lataguri might
not be infested with a multitude of art galleries in the near vicinity, there are a few notable
art museums or galleries whereby the tourist can have an enriched cultural expedition. The
Jalpaiguri Art Gallery which is just 30 kilometres away from the region displays both
contemporary and traditional art pieces. The gallery frequently organizes shows that
present local artwork, sculptures, traditional artifacts, and installations that render a
unique experience for the visitors.

5. The Gastronomic Relishes
The visitor can also get enough scope for indulging in West Bengal’s special gastronomic
delights that would be a distinctive cultural experience for him. The region’s exclusive
specialties such as fish curry, sweetened yogurt made from caramelized sugar, and special
Hilsha cuisine that is steamed with mustard sauce would offer an exotic culinary experience
for the traveler. Furthermore, Lataguri is circumscribed with verdant green tea gardens and
there are numerous homestay options nearby the tea estates that offer a warm and cozy
stay for travelers. A visitor can savor a cup of freshly brewed tea while taking a guided tour
of one of the reputed estates known by the name of Gorumara Tea Estate.

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