Top 5 Best Places to Visit in Jalpaiguri – Wildlife, Rivers & Heritage

1. Buxa Tiger Reserve

Spread over 760 km2, Buxa Tiger Reserve makes a good natural habitation place for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Among its attractions in new Jalpaiguri, Buxa has green forest, gurgling springs and relics of history. Buxa Fort, a landmark of British times, has a tough hike for its visitors, which ends in amazing, unparalleled views of the local landscapes.

The foundation in 1983 introduced the world to a sanctuary that shelters almost 28 Other than these highlights, you may see animals like the Indian leopard, the Asian elephant, sambar deer, the gaur, the Asian golden cat, and clouded leopard. It is considered one of the country’s best wildlife reserves in West Bengal.

• Location: In Alipurduar subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal,

• Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

2. Gorumara National Park

Situated at the foot of the Himalayas in India’s West Bengal, the Gorumara National Park embraces the international attention for rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. It has got one of the highest populations of Indian one-horn rhinos and also one of the major attractions in the park. 36 km away from Jalpaiguri, Gorumara National park is an abode for 5

Take part in a historical safari to check out these species of wildlife in the true setting of their habitat. Furthermore, the newly developed tea gardens with greeneries around them add an iota to the attractions of this park and ensure that there is a must go to place in Jalpaiguri.

• Location: QQ4W+GXX, West Bengal 735101

• Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

3. Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary

The elephant population is the strength of the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, which is located near Gorumara National Park. The sanctuary is home to a number of species, including deer, boar, rhinoceros and leopard. Apart from this. Bird watchers will benefit from the large number of kingfishers, parakeets, green pigeons, and other bird life at the sanctum. Make the best of a morning or afternoon sky ride, so as to watch the animals in their natural environments.

Location: West Bengal 735223 upper Tendu forest M, vvf4+v25.

• Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

4. Jalpesh Temple

Experience the pulsating cultural life of Jalpaiguri by taking nothing more but a controlled tour to Jalpesh Temple, an important spiritual place in the region. Shiva is worshiped as the temple as Jalpesh which is the Bhairava as per the beliefs of Bhramari Saktipitha. But one cannot overlook the extensive plan of the temple, the relaxing atmosphere, and the holy nature of the Shivalinga, ‘Anadi’, since one arrives.

The temples come to their most ornery form at Mahashivrati which takes place in the months of February to March and July and August. Moreover, the temple draws a lot of visitors for Shravani Mela that is organized in the month of Shravan.

• Location: Jalpesh temple, Gartali Jalpes, Mandir, West Bengal 735235.

• Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

5. Jalpaiguri Rajbari

Earlier, Jalpaiguri Rajbari used to be the house of princely Raikut family who had sovereignty over Baikunthapur estates. Amongst the attraction highlights include a palace building, a portico, and two temples, some sure to catch eyes with. Besides, the greenery of the garden surrounded by a pond makes the area attractive.

The great entrance to Jalpaiguri Rajbari is a great feat of architecture and a fine example of an un-reinforced concrete arch. After a visit to the palace visitors often have a peaceful stay in the garden and enjoy the nature around it.

• Location: GPQ9+G25, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal 735101.

• Timings: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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