Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Bankura – Temples, Hills & Nature Escapes

1.Susunia

This venerable Susunia hill lies in the southern West Bengal, India. Take a course for Bankura-Purulia, and you will encounter this ancient hill, which lies approximately 10 kms to the north east of Chhatna, just 13 kms from the Bankura town.

Surrounded by this amazingly green and red landscape, Susunia hill rises to an altitude of about 1200 feet. The esteemed archeological significance makes Susunia hill famous. Let yourself be amazed by the stories whispered by mysterious fossils found anywhere in the region, get your eyes set by the grandeur by stone-age tools, find the ‘Oldest’ inscriptions in West Bengal and enjoy the breathtaking scenary. When Gandheswari River nicely wends its way down the hillside, the exceptional orange foliage of the Palash leaves dominates the view during fall. Take some time in stillness, and let the natural silence surround you. Here among the winged visitors you will find the likes of Asian Paradise Flycatcher and Indian Pitta. Susunia is known for its variety of colorful butterflies which include Golden Angel, Tawny Raja, and Spotted Swordtail among others thus making a photography haven in spring as the sanctuary seem to appear in

Find the clean wild of Susunia Hill and lose yourself in the old peace it provides. Others claim the hill is more ancient than any past predecessor, including the Himalayas. According to historical records Raja Chandravarman’s established his fortress on this hill. In terms of archaeological importance and having large variety of ancient fossils (Giraffe, Asiatic Lion, Hyena), this hill is a history treasure. Give yourself the chance to wander around the lovely ‘Shal-Palash’ fields and enjoy the gentle greenery as you go uphill. Susunia has a healthy home for different kinds of medicinal herbs. Let your free days be spent in wonder at the inspired natural views and overgrown trees of Susunia Hill. Start your adventure as a mountaineer at the rock climbing center at Susunia hill.

2.Mukutmanipur

This is an ideal escape with the second largest earthen dam in India gracing the location being surrounded by enchanting hillocks which somewhat resemble a crown ‘Mukut’. Located where two rivers meet, the area is famous for its peculiarly-shaped necklace dam in the midst of the abundant greenery of “Rangamati”. Its serenity and breathtaking azure waters have kept Mukutmanipur a hidden secret among greenery and hillocks. Mukutmanipur Dam because of its scale is a grand civil engineering marvel nationally having second largest size. Remtemporary from the hustle of the crowd and commercial distractions a slice of Mukutmanipur retains the aim of the tribal culture and offers breathtaking scenery to the guests. For photography enthusiasts it remains a perfect destination to visit. In essence, the ‘Queen of Bankura’ offers a perfect chance to leave the rut and refresh your mind with calm holidays. Paradise for you and all other photography students alike. It is likely that you’ll end up taking out of this world pictures.

Kangsabati Dam, the second largest earthen dam in India, not only by its huge water body but also for the hospitable way it fits itself in the charming surroundings. With the able guidance of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, Bengal’s Chief Minister, the dam was constructed which stretched out to about 11 kilometers. Response. Seeing the sun half submerged beneath water is an absolute eye feast. Be entranced by the evening’s holy illumination and stop in the silence of the golden hour.

3.Biharinath Hill

You can locate Biharinath Hill within 24 kilometers from Raniganj and approximately 57 kilometers away from Bankura District. It is said that the hill is a residue of old days of the Jain customs.

Plan for a peaceful retreat in the mountains with happiness and peace. Wake up with the songs of birds and the cool air and step into peace – go for a Nature walk. Out of 1449 feet in height, Biharinath Hill, the highest hill of Bankura District, greets visitors by the profound beauty and religious atmosphere.
Find the happiness of solitude in nature, adopt the virgin beauty, and luxuriate in the calming feeling with serenity.

Densely vegetated, the Damodar River meandering to your side, and the best of Nature, this ultimate hill embraces you warmly into the folds of ‘Jal-Jungle-Pahar’. The hill shifts its presentation with the shift in seasons. When Monsoon comes the whole hill is covered in green blanket. The sound of wet leaves, leaf tips bathed in rain, and gentle sunshine are conducive to appreciation for the overpowering greenery. As spring approaches you are going to see blossoms of ‘Palash’ and ‘Shimul’ all over the place. We are wandering under a natural blanket among vibrant orange leaves. Rugged tribal traditions and captivating village stories make this place so attractive. Flora and fauna are rich also in this beautiful hill. Flowers, colorful birdlife, and dancing butterflies wait here to accompany your adventure to make a memorable moment special. There is frequent opportunity for the visitors to observe different species of wildlife around the hill. The role of Biharinath is attractive for the fans’ of trekking. Start your rock climbing career here.

4.Bishnupur

Welcome to Bishnupur, a temple town in West Bengal’s Bankura district, where you will learn about its aggrandizant history, hallowed traditions, magnificent buildings and unique terracotta tales. The Malla dynasty, Malla was the original founder of. The Malla dynasty had already ten rulers, and the tenth one was King Jagat Malla who moved his kingly state to Bishnupur. The scarcity of stone in Bengal made Bernard artisans decide to replace it with burnt clay bricks thereby forming the artform of Terracotta. During the seventeenth century, the terracotta craftsmanship came of its best. The temples in Bishnupur (stone and terracotta temple) were mainly constructed by Raja Jagat Malla and his successors.

Program your travel plan to admire this quiet city of ‘Baluchari’ sarees and a range of art. Embark on a town everyone is a walking tale in terracotta. Be bathed in essence of ancient Hindu stories around an impressive collection of terracotta-carved temples and buildings. To see all these temples, hear the voice of history, and admire breath-taking artistry will definitely let you go.

5.Joyrambati

Joyrambati the little village is found eighteen miles from Bishnupur within Bankura District. Located two miles East to Shihar and three miles west of Kamarpukur, Joyrambati is a significant holy birth place of Shri Shri Thakur.

The stillness of this holy place is a projection of Dharma, Karma and Moksha. Shri Shri Sarada devi, spiritual partner of Bhagavan Shri Ramakrishna Paramhansa was born at Joyrambati in the year 1853. She covered her godliness by posing as an ordinary woman, observable by everyone she was in contact with. The divine mother appeared in mysterious ways, hidden in a human. It stood for wisdom, welfare, and forgiveness. Shri Shri Thakur, the true prophet of the modern time, survived the Holy Mother for 34 years. For those seeking eternal sisterhood, and their own self-purification, the birthplace of Shri Shri Thakur has become an Holy Pilgrimage Center.

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