Tea Gardens, Temples, and Traditions: Discovering the Heart of West Bengal

 Tea Gardens, Temples, and Traditions: Discovering the Heart of West Bengal

Tea Gardens:

- Darjeeling: scenic tea plantations and toy train

- Kurseong: lush tea estates and valleys

- Jalpaiguri: tea gardens and wilderness

Temples and Architecture:

- Dakshineswar Kali Temple (Kolkata)

- Belur Math (Kolkata)

- Bishnupur Terracotta Temples

- Cooch Behar Palace

Cultural Heritage:

- Bengali cuisine: rasgulla, mishti doi, and jhal muri

- Traditional folk music and dance

- Handicrafts: terracotta, batik, and embroidery

Festivals and Events:

- Durga Puja (Kolkata): vibrant festivities

- Bengali New Year (Poila Boishakh)

- Tea Festival (Darjeeling)

Natural Wonders:

- Sundarbans National Park: mangrove forests and tiger reserve

- Ganges River: scenic cruises and sunset views

- Himalayan foothills: trekking and adventure

Historical Landmarks:

- Victoria Memorial (Kolkata)

- Indian Museum (Kolkata)

- Fort William (Kolkata)