Jalpaiguri Tourism

Type of destination: City

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 days

Jalpaiguri is a city located in the northern part of West Bengal, India, known for its verdant forests and sprawling tea gardens. Enriched with a rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty, it serves as the headquarters of the Jalpaiguri district. The city lies on the banks of the Teesta River and is an important trading and commercial hub for the entire region. Jalpaiguri is also a gateway to several Himalayan hill stations and the Dooars region, which offers a sight of diverse wildlife and exotic flora. Key attractions include the Jalpaiguri Rajbari or the royal palace, the Jubilee Park, and the Teesta Udyan Park. The city is also famous for its colonial-era architecture, evident in the design of many buildings. Jalpaiguri enjoys good connectivity through road, rail, and proximity to the Bagdogra Airport. It's a place of convergence for various ethnicities and cultures, where festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm. Its terrains are varied, with the Himalayan foothills rising in the north and the Gangetic plains spreading in the south.

Jalpaiguri Tourism

Jalpaiguri Tourism

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