Geographically speaking, Gajoldoba is a village near Odlabari in the Malbazar subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal. Like many other villages in the region, it is also adjacent to a tea garden which bears its name. Over the past few years, however, the state
Among other good things, Darjeeling is justifiably celebrated for its oranges. But not many of us may be aware that the lion’s share of these oranges comes from a village, or rather a cluster of villages in West Bengal’s Kurseong division. Known locally as Sittong
As of now, the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Limited (WBTDCL) is running a one night-two day and two night-three day package tours of the Sundarbans, intended not merely to give tourists an idea of the expanse and beauty of these mangrove forests, but also
Aradhana (1969) In November 2019, actors Dev and Paoli Dam were in Darjeeling, shooting for their Bengali film ‘Sanjhbati’, which eventually had a world television premiere in October 2020, amidst the Covid pandemic. As delighted locals and tourists thronged the shooting spot at Darjeeling Chowrasta, it
For the knowledgeable tourist, Shankarpur is probably just another add-on to Digha. For the more discerning traveller, however, this quiet fishing harbour has been gaining in popularity over the years as a solo destination. Located in Purba Medinipur district, Shankarpur lies along the Digha-Contai Road,
As the name suggests, the Bishnupur gharana of Hindustani classical music originated in Bishnupur, West Bengal, possibly way back in the 13th and 14th centuries, though it became popular from the 17th century onward. It follows the dhrupad tradition, one of the two forms of
Raimatang, a newfound paradise in the heart of Dooars The silence of dense forests can be deafening at times, making one wonder where the soul searching could begin. But the same silence can also be enchanting and engrossing, attracting you to a haven of peace, far
Yelbong Canyon Cave, Kalimpong, North Bengal As I walked past the slippery grounds surrounded by steep walls of rocks made by none other than the gushing river over centuries, it felt like I was treading the treacherous route of some Indiana Jones movie. Out for some
Kiriteswari Temple, Shakti Peeth , Murshidabad West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who is currently in Spain on a 12-day visit to draw investments for the state from the manufacturing industry in Spain, shared a wonderful news from her personal X handle (Twitter) for the people
To the people of Charida, a sleepy village of Bengal, masks mean ancient tribal Chhau masks, that are colourful and a work of art. It is believed Chhau dance originated in the soldiers’ barracks (chhauni) of the past when Rarh (part of Bengal, Bihar and