Top 10 Places To Visit Near Kolkata
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There are so many places near Kolkata that you can visit to spend your weekends. So, today in this article I am going to share with you some of the best places near Kolkata that you should visit.
Top 10 Places To Visit Near Kolkata
1. Barrackpore
A Historical place where you can visit some old temples, gardens, and museums. This place is located 31.4 Km from Kolkata.
2. Piyali Island
This Island is one of the most famous places to visit on weekends near Kolkata. Best time to visit at the winter season.
3. Kamarpukur
This place is the birthplace of Ramkrishna. Here you can visit some temples, dargahs, and lakes.
4. Barshaman
This place is located 102.9 Km from Kolkata on the banks of the Damodar River. This place is also a historical place and also known as the 'rice bowl of Bengal'.
5. Mayapur
Located 133.8 Km from Kolkata on the banks of the river Ganga and Jalangi. The famous ISKON temple is a major attraction for visitors.
6. Navadvipa
Navadvipa is one of the 9 islands that are separated by The river Ganga located 136.2 Km from Kolkata. The best time to visit is in the winter season.
7. Bakkhali
This place is located 125.5 Km from Kolkata, a perfect beach town. Here you can enjoy the beautiful view of sunflower fields and of course the seafood.
8. Henry's island
Another island with tasty sea foods and also traditional Bengali foods.
9. Bishnupur
This beautiful town is located in the Bankura district where you can visit some old temples. Where you can see beautiful carvings on the wall.
10. Tajpur
This place is located in the district of Medinipur. In this beach town, you can see hundreds of fish farms. The best time to visit is in the winter season.