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Encyclopedia of Tours and Travel to West Bengal, featuring information on Fairs & Festivals, Wildlife, Excursion, Adventure and Weather of West Bengal. |
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Shiliguri
Shiliguri,a sub-divisional town of Darjeeling district, is perhaps the most important in the entire North-East India. Well connected with Air, Road and Rail to almost all the important Indian cities, Shiliguri is basically a launching ground for the travelers to explore North Bengal and Sikkim. Shiliguri is also the gateway to Bhutan through the Dooars. Direct road connection to Bhutan and Nepal and other North-Eastern states has prompted Shiliguri to become a buzzing modern international trade center. Although Shiliguri is a typical modern city, its scenic surroundings are hardly comparable to any other cities of India. A half an hour journey from Shiliguri to any direction reaches deep into the natural environments. With Mahananda and Balasan River flowing through it, Shiliguri is not deprived of natural beauty. The distinct view of snowy range of Mount Kunchenjungha on a clear day is very attractive. Shiliguri offers several options for day visitors. Mahananda Wild Life Sanctuary, Shorea-forest recreation center, Sevok Coronation Bridge, Madhuban Nature Park, Panighata are some of the major tourist spots lying with 25kms radius from Shiliguri. Excursion Bindu is scenically placed among the high mountains all around with Jaldhaka River flowing through the valley making a natural border with Bhutan and India. The 108 km drive from Shiliguri to Bindu winds up through the undulating slopes of Dooars covered with lush green tea garden and forests. A visit to Todey (1500m) and Paren from Bindu is worth experiencing for the unspoiled natural environment and innocent village people. Mongpong Loleg At an altitude of 1850M in the midst of undulating slopes and adorned with towering Dhupi and Cypress trees Lolaygaon / Lolegaon is the place of ethereal wilderness. Glittering Kunchendzonga at dawn or sensational sunrise and sunset from Jhandidara will leave you spellbound. The soft colourful petals of the flowers and orchids and the cool breeze will bring a new life in you. The visit to the Heritage Forest of Lolaygaon / Lolegaon is a must to get a feel of the exquisite wealth nature has showered here. The unique 'Canopy Walk' over the century old mossy Oak and Cypress in the Heritage Forest is a thrilling experience. The all-pervading melodious silence will give you a new dimension of contended soul.
Lava Situated at an altitude of 2100m, Lava presents a landscape with ultimate splendour of nature that can never be captured by word. The conifer forests under the worm glow of sun with colourful birds flying and singing everywhere the whole surrounding will enthrall you to a new dimension. The view of the silvery peaks of Greater Himalayan snow ranges
or the smiling children of local ethnic villages, soaked in simplicity
and hospitality, will give you a sense of total fulfillment. Visit
the Lava Monastery and Neora valley Interpretation center, which
offers the glimpse of the nature's wealth. Getting there By Rail By Road
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/ Loleygaon 
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of 99km via Kalimpong or 115km via Gorubathan from Shiliguri will
take you to Lava, one of the most picturesque spot in the Darjeeling
Himalayas. A serene misty hamlet in the Kalimpong sub division,
Lava has been a recent addition in the tourism map of North Bengal
and is getting immense popularity among the travelers looking for
off beat destinations.