Shikarpur, North 24 Pgs. – 22 kms from Kolkata
Staying in a villa flanked by lawns and an overdose of greenery tucked within a remote village near Kolkata can be your next weekend destination spot near Kolkata. A cruising drive of 22 kms through the villages on the outskirts of Kolkata would take you to this...Baburvani, Jangalmahal – 165 kms from Kolkata
Steeped in history and flanked by the Subarnarekha River, this tiny hamlet of Baburvani is surrounded by forests, cashew nut plantations and lush green paddy fields. It is an ideal place to spend a day or two, if you are keen on discovering heritage structures, deep...Bhagabatipur, Birbhum – 180 kms from Kolkata
Welcome to Eastern India’s First Container Resort! The most unique concept of this resort is staying within Shipping Containers. Yes! They have converted the same shipping containers you see loaded on trucks ferrying goods across the highways into comfortable...Somrabazar, Hooghly – 82 kms from Kolkata
Steeped in history and flanked by the mighty Ganges, Somrabazar is known for its terracotta temples, ruins of Zamindar Mansions, lush green paddy fields crisscrossed by rivulets, the riverine island – Sabujdwip and the seat of spiritual awakening of Rani...Bawali, Budge Budge – 35 kms from Kolkata
Staying in three ethnic cottages located beside two large ponds surrounded by more than 180 species of plants and an overdose of greenery can be your next weekend destination near Kolkata. A cruising drive of 35 kms through the villages on the outskirts of Kolkata...Baharampur, Murshidabad – 200 kms from Kolkata
Sited on the eastern side of the Bhagirathi River, approximately 201 kms north of Kolkata is the city of Baharampur. The etymology of the place is derived from the word ‘Brahmapur’, as it was once predominantly occupied by Brahmin families. The administrative...Krishnanagar, Nadia – 100 kms from Kolkata
Krishnanagar is a historical city located at the southern banks of Jalangi River in Nadia district of West Bengal. It is mostly renowned for its founder and ruler, Raja Krishna Chandra Rai who was a prominent zamindar of Bengal. During the reign of Raja...Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary – 172 kms from Kolkata
With an area of 200 hectares Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary located on the fringes of the University town of Bolpur is just the perfect getaway for your next weekend. Just a kilometer from the Viswa Bharati University area, this lush Wildlife Sanctuary is home to three...Dhauli, Bhubaneshwar – 448 kms from Kolkata
The sacred Dhauli Hills or Dhavalgiri cradled on the banks of River Daya has been a major pilgrimage site for centuries, frequented by both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. Just 10 kms from Bhubaneshwar, Dhauli was the famous battlefield of Kalinga War which proved to be...Sahibganj, Jharkhand – 376 kms from Kolkata
Cradled on the southern bank of the river Ganges, the picturesque town of Sahibganj or Sahebganj located in the northeastern region of Rajmahal subdivision of Jharkhand is a place where time has stopped. The town is valued by the tourists for its historical...Rajgir, Bihar – 490 kms from Kolkata
Surrounded by hills and drenched in history and myth Rajgir is a 3000 year-old city still holding strong to its roots. Here, Lord Buddha stayed and preached and even initiated the mighty king Bimbisara whereas Lord Mahavira spent fourteen years of his life preaching...Bodhgaya, Bihar – 470 kms from Kolkata
Very different from the rest of the temple towns in India, Bodh gaya is very clean, hassle free, safe and beautiful. Waking up to the early calls of the Buddhist prayers, visiting the 2200 year-old Mahabodi Temple beside the Bodhi tree and watching the thousands of...Gour, Malda – 375 kms from Kolkata
If you are historically inclined, then the city of Gour, drenched with history, is your ideal holiday destination. Nestled near the west bank of River Ganges, this historical city is situated around 40 km. downstream from Rajmahal, in the district of Malda of West...Puri, Orissa – 540 kms from Kolkata
Puri is considered one of the major Char Dham pilgrimages, which if not visited, means your pilgrimage tour of India is not complete. Located on the eastern coast of Bay of Bengal in Orissa, Puri is home to the Lord of the Universe, Lord Jagannath. So spend this...Routpara, Hooghly – 82 kms from Kolkata
It happens that a weekend tour to a less famed destination often turns out to be an extremely exciting trip, with loads of fun and frolic. The quaint village of Routpara located in the Arambagh subdivision of Hooghly district is such a destination, which can offer you...Raidighi, Sunderbans – 110 kms from Kolkata
If you are yearning for a break from your bustling city life, plan for a weekend holiday at Raidighi, which is truly an enchanting weekend destination. The small town of Raidighi is located on the way to Sunderban. The location is one of its kind, offering something...Supur, Birbhum – 191 kms from Kolkata
Supur, located at a distance of 14 km from Bolpur, is an ideal weekend getaway, which upholds the perfect blend of history and art. Nestled on the riverbank of Ajay River, this small age-old village of Birbhum shot to fame in the 18th century, when the French traders...Maharajpur, Jharkhand – 457 kms from Kolkata
Maharajpur is a less popular small village nestled at the Bengal – Jharkhand border, is an ideal destination for a weekend trip. This is where time has stopped – you can still board a tanga here and visit the erstwhile palaces of the Maharajas to see a few...Dasghara, Hooghly – 70 kms from Kolkata
Dasghara is an ideal destination for the tourists having true interest in history because this small village near Tarakeshwar treasures some remarkable terracotta temples and architectures. This quaint village is situated 12 km north of Tarakeswar, famously known as...
