5 top destinations from Kolkata to brighten up the monsoon

There was a time when Kolkata use to be beautiful even in the monsoons. However over the years with the growing population, the city is transformed into a concrete jungle. The greenery of the city has given way for waterlogged streets. With the monsoon still continuing to forsake the city’s congestion for rural tranquility with one of the following 5 getaway destinations:

Gangani

Gangani is located about 179 Kms from Kolkata. You can reach this beautiful destination by train from Howrah station to take you to Garbeta station. This place is popularly known as the Great Canyon of Bengal and is located in West Midnapore near the small town of Garbeta. It is nestled on the banks of river Shilabati. Though it is not as popular as Digha for tourism purpose, Gangani is an excellent work of nature and resembles the Grand Canyon of Arizona in the USA. You can enjoy the great view of the gorge from the top.

Bagriposi

This is another picturesque place which is located at a distance of approximately 228 kms from Kolkata and well connected by buses from Esplanade. Bangriposi, a beautiful hamlet cushioned in the Thakurani range of hills in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. It could be an ideal destination apart from Digha and its surroundings in this monsoon. The serenity of the place will surely provide you with a much needed break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Jamunadighi

Jamunadighi could be another great destination for a quick getaway break. It is located in the Burdwan district and would merely take 2 hours by train. This is a place where green fields are shrouded by serene tranquility and help you relax in the perfect way. Bhalki forest is just an hour’s drive from here and there is also the famous Bhalkimachan wherein there is a huge man-made lake. You could also enjoy bird watching here.

Tajpur

Tajpur is located about 180 Kms from Kolkata and can be reached both by car and by train. You could take a trekker to reach Tajpur from Digha. Here you can enjoy the endless stretches of virgin beaches far away from the commercialized getaways. Tajpur is comparatively a new addition to the tourist map of Bengal. It has become very popular of late. Here at the quiet beaches you could enjoy great tranquility with your loved ones.

Dhuturadha

If you are on the lookout for a getaway within 50 km from the city to de-stress after a week of grueling work at the office, then the village of Dhuturadha could be ideal. It is located just two hours away from Kolkata and is a beautiful village interspersed with fishing lakes, endless stretches of fields and temples. You could easily get together with friends and family. You could even simply spend some time away from the city in the lap of nature.

In conclusion, we hope that you would try and visit these 5 exotic destinations mentioned. If you, on the other hand, prefer the traditional destinations like Digha then we have the best hotel rooms at the budget price. Digha has many things for seeing. One day is not enough for Digha tour. So stay at our budget friendly luxury rooms and enjoy your Digha tour.