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Cultural Heritage of India
East
Eastern India is diverse in terrain, from the Himalayan mountains of Sikkim and Darjeeling to the beaches of Digha and Puri and the tablelands of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. The Chilika Lake in Odisha and the Sundarbans in West Bengal are some of the popular tourist spots in the region.
Besides the natural beauty, Eastern India boasts several historical and cultural sites and was the entry point for Britishers to India and formation of East India Company in 1600.
Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal and Union Territories of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
BENGAL
Kolkata
The cutural capital, is the gateway city to eastern India. A curious mix of the Orient and colonial splendor, Kolkata has a charm of its own. This city's fascination defies analysis. It is an addiction, an affair of the mind and heart. There is so much to see in this incredible city.
Places of interest:
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Fort William
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Dakshineshwar Kali Temple
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Victoria Memorial
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Raj Bhavan
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Botanical Gardens
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Howrah Bridge - a unique cantilever bridge
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Durga Puja Festival - (during October/November)
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Sunderbans - National park
Darjeeling
The hill resort of Darjeeling faces some of the highest peaks of the mighty Himalayas and is famous for its fine tea. The most famous and a UNESCO World Heritage toy train runs from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling and the seven and a half hour ride is breathtaking and a delight for any traveler.
Places of interest:
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Tiger Hill
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Buddhist Monasteries
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Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
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Batasia Loop
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Tea Gardens
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UNESCO Heritage Toy train
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Kurseong
