Situated in the eastern part of India, West Bengal is a land of overwhelming natural splendor, rich culture & culturally inclined people. Stretching from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the south, West Bengal is one of the foremost destinations in the itinerary of tourists visiting this part of the country. The tourist attractions in West Bengal are as varied & overwhelming as the land itself. A land where culture & literature reign supreme, West Bengal flaunts a colorful heritage whereby human values are still regarded in high esteem. An important commercial hub & a popular tourist destination as well, West Bengal receives a high influx of tourists all through the year. The tourist attractions in West Bengal are numerous & wide-ranging, from the snow capped East Himalayan peaks to the sandy beaches of the Bay of Bengal & from an amazing repository of wildlife to calm yet vibrant country life. In short, West Bengal makes for a complete tourist destination.

The variety & richness of the tourist attractions in West Bengal are sure to enchant travelers of every kind. The historic remains of Malda & the colonial buildings & monuments of Kolkata are evocative of the glorious history of the state, places like the Nawab's city Murshidabad or Rabindranath Tagore’s Shanti Niketan provide wonderful insight into the cultural heritage of West Bengal. The Tiger Reserve at Sunderbans is a nature lover’s delight, while hill stations like Siliguri, Darjeeling & Kalimpong allow visitors to enjoy the natural bounty of the hills.

Places to visit

Kolkata, Sunderbans, Jaldapara Sanctuary, Bakkhali, Shantiniketan, Vishnupur, Darjeeling, Sagardwip (Sagar Island), Raijang Bird Sanctuary, Plassey, Kurseeong, Kalimpong, Durgapur, Digha, Buxa Tiger Reserve.

Best time to visit

You can visit here through out the year.