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If you have read Rabindranath Tagore, then you must remember that in the poem ‘Bansi’, the poet-lover fantasizes his beloved standing by the bank of Dhaleswari River in her marital attire. Well, for those who haven’t got the reference, we are talking about Bankura in West Bengal.
Just 185 kilometers away from Kolkata, Bankura is famous for its tribal population, terracotta art and music and is a hot-bed for tourism. Dhaleswari River flows along the southern end of the district in the western part of the state and Damodar flows along the northern end. On one hand, the district situated along Grand Trunk Road and a major rail junction, is a vital agricultural area; on the other, the rugged terrain of this area known as ‘Rhar’— unfolds its natural beauty in its wildest form. Thus, you can enjoy the wondrous attractions while staying in the hotels in Bankura and for that- just follow us to a holiday destination in Bankura.
Tourist Attractions in Bankura
You should not look for majestic or historical significance as you visit various tourist sites in this district. What would draw you to this place is the cultural splendor and beauty of its topography with lofty hills and dense forests.
You can visit Bishnupur to relish the terracotta art in the temples like Madanmohan Mandir or Shyam Roy Mandir or visit Joyrambati, the birth place of Maa Sarada Devi, wife of Ramakrsihna Pramhansa, the great holy seer. Music lovers could also look forward to listening classical music of Bishnupur gharana.
You can just go foot-loose while trekking on Biharinath Hill or Susunia hill to watch natural spring or lose yourself in Jhilimili, a place of undiluted beauty of dense forest on a hillock just kilometers way from Bankura Town.
Mukutmonipur, situated in the confluence of river Kangsabati and Kumari , has the second biggest earther Dam of India. Surrounded by hillocks, the death-still water of the lake offers a mesmerizing view of the azure sky—and satiates your wander-lust.
Accommodation in Bankura
Bishnupur, Mukutmonipur and Jhilimili are major sites for tourist attractions in Bankura and you will get decent accommodation facilities. Incidentally, India-Hotels-Resorts leads you to the hotels in various tourist places of West Bengal and Bankura is one such holiday location.
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