It is a state in eastern India and is the nation's fourth-most populous state. The state capital is Kolkata. Together with the neighboring nation of Bangladesh and parts of the state Tripura, it makes up the ethnolinguistic region of Bengal. Kolkata served for many years as the capital of British-controlled territories in India. The early and prolonged exposure to British administration resulted in the expansion of western education, culminating in the development in science, institutional education, and social reforms of the region known as the Bengali renaissance. A major agricultural producer, West Bengal is the sixth-largest contributor to India's net domestic product. Kolkata is known as the "cultural capital of India". The state's cultural heritage besides varied folk traditions ranges from stalwarts in literature including Nobel - laureate Rabindranath Tagore to scores of musicians, filmmakers, and artists. West Bengal is also distinct from most other Indian states in its appreciation and practice of playing football besides the national favorite sport cricket.
West Bengal is on the eastern bottleneck of India stretching from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the south. A small coastal region is on the extreme south while the Sunderbans mangrove forests form a geographical landmark at the Ganges delta. The climate varies from tropical savanna in the southern portions to humid subtropical in the north. Part of the world's largest mangrove forest, the Sunderbans is located in southern West Bengal. A notable tree from the Sunderbans is the ubiquitous Sundari from which the forest gets its name. The distribution of vegetation in Northern West Bengal is dictated by the elevation and precipitation. The foothills of the Himalayas, the Doars are densely wooded with Sal and other tropical evergreen trees. It comprises 15 wildlife sanctuaries and 5 national parks. Migratory birds come to the state in winter. The Sunderbans are noted for a reserve project conserving the endangered Bengal Tiger, although the forest hosts many other endangered species such as the Gangetic dolphins, river terrapin, and estuarine crocodiles. The mangrove forest also acts as a natural fish nursery supporting coastal fishes along the Bay of Bengal. Recognizing its special conservation value, the Sunderban area has been declared as a Biosphere Reserve.
West India tour Itinerary
Itinerary :
DAY 1:
Arrive in Kolkata and transfer to the hotel. Explore the day and overnight stay.
DAY 2 :
Sightseeing tour of the city visiting the High court building, St. Mary's Church, Howrah Bridge, Botanical gardens, Victoria Memorial, St. Paul Cathedral, Indian Museum, Kali temple of Kalighat, Birla temple, Dalhousie square, and Tagore House. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 3 - Kolkata - Bagdogra - Kalimpong :
In the morning, take flight for Bagdogra and after reaching transfer to Kalimpong - a quiet hill station in the Himalayas. It is famous for its orchids and Nurseries. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 4 - Kalimpong - Pelling :
After breakfast, half-day sightseeing covering Durpin Dhara, Zong Dong Palri Fro - Brong monastery and flower and orchid nurseries, and Kalimpong market. Later drive to Pelling, transfer to hotel and explore the city in the evening. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 5 - Pelling :
After breakfast, visit Changay Falls Singshore Bridge(Hanging Bridge) Dentam bazaar, and Pemayangtse Monastery. Return to hotel and after rest visit Rimbi Waterfalls, Sacred Khecheopalri Lake, and Sunset point. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 6 - Pelling - Gangtok :
Check out the hotel and drive to Gangtok. Transfer to hotel. After rest visit Ranka monastery and Banjhakari Water Park. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 7 - Gangtok - Tsomgo - Gangtok :
After breakfast, excursion tour to Tsomgo Lake. Enjoy yak ride and also visit Lake Baba Mandir, Hanuman Tok, Tashi viewpoint. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 8 - Gangtok - Darjeeling :
After breakfast, drive to Darjeeling. Transfer to hotel. At the noon, enjoy the Toy train and visit Mall Road. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 9 - Darjeeling :
In the morning, excursion to Tiger Hill to enjoy the sunrise. Visit Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, Tibetan Self - help Refugee Center, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 10 - Darjeeling - Bagdogra - Kolkata :
After breakfast, drive to Bagdogra. Flight to Kolkata and onward journey.
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