Attractions of Dooars
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Attractions of Dooars
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Gorumara National Park Situated on the banks of rivers Murti and Raidak in the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, the Gorumara
National Park is a site that one can not miss. Spread over an area of 80 sq.km. Full of riverine grasslands
and moist deciduous forests, the place is especially famous for its Asiatic one-horned rhino, and also
houses many other mammals, reptiles, insects and birds, including the majestic Asian elephants, the royal
Bengal tigers and the Great Indian Hornbill.
It was also declared as the best-protected area in India by the Ministry of Environment and Forests in
2009.
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Neora Valley Naitonal Park
Maroon-backed Accentor
Neora Valley, one of the last tracts of virgin wilderness in the country, sustains a unique ecosystem where tropical, sub-tropical, sub-temperate, and temperate vegetative system still harbours a wealth of flora and fauna. The forests consists of mixed species like rhododendron, bamboo, oak, ferns, sal, etc. The valley also has numerous species of orchids.
Red Panda
The Mysterious Forest
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Jaldapara National Park
Jaldapara National Park is situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas in Alipurduar District of West Bengal on the banks of the Torsa river. The area of Jaldapara National Park spans across 216.51 Sq.km of vast grassland with patches of riverine forests It was declared a sanctuary in 1941 for protection of its great variety flora and fauna. Today, it has the largest population of the Indian one-horned Rhinoceros in the state, an animal threatened with extinction, and is a Habitat Management Area (Category IV). 9
Chapramari Wild Life Sanctuary The name of the region comes from 'Chapra', a variety of small fishes found in northern Bengal, and 'Mari', meaning 'abundance'. This Wild Life Sanctuary is located on the banks of the rivers Murti & Jaldhaka. The total coverage of the forest is 960 hectares. A large variety of flora and fauna are found in the forest. Chapramari is known for its elephant population. Gaur (commonly known as Indian bison) are not uncommon in the Chapramari region. Deer, boars, and leopards are also found there. However like Gorumara, Royal Bengal Tiger are not found here.
Entrance to the Core Forest Gaurs normally graze in herds
Elephant in joyous mood
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Buxa Tiger Reserve Situated within the civil jurisdiction of Alipurduar District, the northern boundary of Buxa Tiger Reserve runs along the international border with Bhutan while its eastern boundary touches that of the Assam state. At least 284 bird species and a wide variety of mammals e.g. Asian elephant, Gaur, Sambar Deer, Clouded Leopard, Indian Leopard, Striped Tiger etc. inhabit the reserve. 11
Chilapata Forest The forest forms an elephant corridor between Jaldapara National Park and the Buxa Tiger Reserve, and is rich in wildlife. New species continue to be found.The forest used to be home to large Rhinoceros populations. In hunting expeditions in 1892-1904, in and around Chilapata Forest, the Maharajah of Cooch Behar recorded killing one rhino, injury of one, and sighting of over 14.Rhinos now are extremely rare. Leopards are still common. The Chilapata Tourism
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Nalrajar Garh in Chilapata Forest Sunset in Chilapata
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Buxa Fort Buxa Fort is located at an altitude of 867 metres (2,844 ft) in the Buxa Tiger Reserve, Alipurduar
district, West Bengal. The British reconstructed the fort which was later used as a high security prison
and detention camp in the 1930s; it was the most notorious and unreachable prison in India after
the Cellular Jail.
Nearest Railway Station: Alipurduar Jn. 14
Jayanti Jayanti, a small forest village about 30 km north of Alipurduar and named after the river that flows
through, is known for its transcendental natural beauty. Forest, hills and river – all foiled in one pack here
to offer a complete tourism experience to the tourists.
Nearest Railway Station: Alipurduar Jn.
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Lepchakha Village Nested on the hilltop of the Buxa Tiger Reserve, close to Indo-Bhutan border is a Drukpa village
called Lepchakha Village. Lepchakha Village is often considered as the “Queen of Dooars” due to its
bewitching charisma. Best time to visit Lepchakha Village is from October to December when the
sky remains clear and tourists can feast their eyes with the panoramic vista of Dooras region from
the hilltop of Lepchakha Village. Nearest Railway Station: Alipurduar Jn.
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Raimatang Nestled amidst the lush green
forest of Buxa Tiger Reserve,
45 km from Alipurduar is a
quaint forest village in the
western Buxa area in the
dooars region called
Raimatang. Raimatang is
surrounded by lush tea
gardens and lofty hills, the
sight of which has lured
travelers towards Raimatang.
The unique location of
Raimatang has made it a
favored offbeat destination of
North Bengal.
Nearest Railway Station:
Alipurduar Jn.
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Sikiajhora Sikiajhora is a rivulet which
meanders through the Buxa
Tiger Reserve and enters the
plains of Dooars at Panialguri
to meet another flamboyant
river Bala, which too
originates from the Jayanti
Hills and Buxa Forest. Rich in
bio-diversity, Sikiajhora is
home to a healthy population
of birds and butterflies. You
can also stay in a luxury resort
which have come up recently
in Sikia Jhora and explore the
Eastern fringes of Dooars from
here.
Nearest Railway Station:
Alipurduar Jn.
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Malangi
Malangi is famous for nature
beauty. Elephant ride is
arranged for viewing of
wildlife. The Malangi Lodge
situated near the Hasimara
Air base and the Assam
Bhutan border is popular for
exploring the Chilapata
Forest and its adjoining
areas. It is located in a calm
& quiet place and there is a
small river named Malangi
flowing at the backside of
the lodge.
Nearest Railway Station: Hasimara.
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Bhutanghat The bank of river Raidak is a famous spot where tourist can spend some quality time while overlooking
the daunting hill of Bhutan. There is no such interest point in Bhutanghat which may dishearten some
tourist. But for the nature lover Bhutanghat with its surreal natural beauty is a paradise for them.
Nearest Railway Station: Alipurduar Jn./New Alipurduar.
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Hatipota Hatipota is located just at the border of India-Bhutan. It is a part of Alipurduar district of West Bengal. Hatipota is one part of Duars and a very humble weekend destination . Surrounded by lushy green tea gardens, gravels and pebbles below your shoe, bluish black mountain at far distance and above all , super clear sky which is a bonus for tourists. Nearest Railway Station: New Alipurduar/Alipurduar Jn.
Rasikbil Bird Sanctuary Rasikbill is a huge lake situated in the town of Tufanganj in Cooch Behar district of West Bengal. It is prominent bird viewing spot. Situated around a vast lake spreading more than 175 hectares territory, Rasikbill Lake is encompassed by three dull and thick woods – Nagurhaat, Atasmochar and Bochamari. They are differentiated by Batikata a little trench. It is a great shelter of eco-tourism in the wild with stunning magnificence of its photo postcard landscape. Nearest Railway Station: New Cooch Behar.
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Jhalong- Bindu –Paren
Jhalong is where Jhalong river has merged with Jaldhaka river. Here one can enjoy the sound of the river Jaldhaka. The hydro project at Jaldhaka attracts a lot of tourists. At Bindu and Paren, nature stands in front of us with all it's magic and splendor. Jhalong is rich with natural beauty; there are several places in Jhalong for sightseeing. Jhalong is a paradise for bird watchers. Eurasian wryneck, crested kingfisher, brown dipper, Hodgson's redstart, laty-backed forktail, little forktail, Rufous-necked laughingthrush are some of the rare species found here. Nearest Railway Station: New Mal Junction. 22
Murti The place is named after river called Murti. Surrounded with lush sub-tropical forest, Murti is a serene
river valley in Dooars. If one like the idea of camping near a river stream, the Murti is the perfect place
for you. Listen to the gurgling of river stream and enjoy the serenity of pristine nature in Murti. Nearest Railway Station: Chalsa and New Mal Junction.
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Mouchuki
Mouchuki is an ideal place to enjoy the forests and the views of the mountains around. There is a trek route from here which goes through the dense forests of Neora Valley National Park all the way to Lava through the Lechela Pass. Nearest Railway Station: Chalsa and New Mal Junction. 24
Samsing Samsing in Dooars is a serene village with lush vegetation, vast stretches of tea gardens, orange orchards, forests and is surrounded by hills. It's located at an altitude of 3,000ft and at a distance of 17kms from Chalsa. Suntalekhola is another hamlet 4kms ahead and known for the WBFDC lodge in a lush garden setting offering nature stay amidst dense forest. Nearest Railway Station: New Mal Junction.
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Suntalekhola Enclosed by the verdant forest
of Neora Valley is a rustic place
called Suntalekhola. Unspoiled
by the modern society,
Suntalekhola has become a
place to find solace. There are
WBFDC cottages for the tourists
to reside. Several trek routes
originate from Suntalekhola,
most of which are within the
Neora Valley National Park,
which is located adjacent to this
place. Nearest Railway Staion:
New Mal Junction.
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