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# Purba Medinipur

Purba Medinipur or East Midnapore (পূর্ব মেদিনীপুর Pūrba Medinīpur) is a coastal district of West Bengal. It was once a part of Midnapore district until 2003, which got split into two districts: Paschim Medinipur and Purba Medinipur. Paschim Medinipur is covered under Southwest Bengal.

## Cities

* 22.387.9166671 Tamluk (তমলুক) — headquarters of Purba Medinipur
* 21.7887.752 Contai (কাঁথি Kaṁthi) — the gateway to the beach resorts in the region
* 21.6887.553 Digha (দীঘা Dīghā) — a popular beach spo
* 22.0388.064 Haldia (হলদিয়া Haldiẏā) — a developing port city
* 22.4387.875 Kolaghat (কোলাঘাট Kolāghāṭ) — a popular picnic spot
* 22.18333387.9833336 Mahishadal and Geonkhali — Mahishadal is known for its Rajbari complex, while Geonkhali is a picnic spot at the confluence of Hooghly and Rupnarayan rivers.
* 21.66687.7057 Mandarmani (মন্দারমণি Mandārmaṇi) — a beach resort

## Understand

Purba Medinipur is an economic and tourist hub of West Bengal. It is home to the Haldia Port, a major seaport acting as a feeder to the Port of Kolkata. Most of the well-known beach spots are in Southwest Bengal.
Purba Medinipur was once an epicentre of political movements during the British Raj. Freedom activist Matangini Hazra, fondly known as "Gandhi Buri" (literally "Old Lady Gandhi", a reference to the old Mahatma Gandhi), was killed by a gunshot in 1943. During the Quit India Movement, a parallel government named "Tamralipta Jatiya Sarkar" was formed in Tamluk.

## Get in
### By train

Panskura and Tamluk are two railway junctions in this district.

### By car

National Highway 16 (NH 16) crosses over Kolaghat and Panskura. NH 116, a spur road of NH 16, runs over Tamluk and Haldia. Its spur road, NH 116B, runs over Contai and Digha.

## Stay safe

Purba Medinipur has faced several cyclonic storms, most notably Aila (2009) and Amphan (2020). Monsoon rains may reach terrible levels and breed diseases like malaria or dengue. Keep yourself updated with the latest weather news and take precautions against such natural disasters.

## Go next

* Odisha — if you travel further west from Digha, you'll find yourself in a different state, which is famous for beaches and pilgrimage sites.
# Southwest Bengal

Southwest Bengal is a region in West Bengal, consisting of the districts of Jhargram and Paschim Medinipur.

## Cities

* 22.6413986.758391 Belpahari (বেলপাহাড়ি Belpāhāṛi) — a forest paradise at the foothills
* 22.7387.522 Chandrakona (চন্দ্রকোণা Candrakoṇā) — temple town, home to Prayag Film City
* 22.4586.983 Jhargram (ঝাড়গ্রাম Jhāṛgrām) — famous for its forests and undulating topography
* 22.33023987.3236534 Kharagpur (খড়গপুর Khaṛagpur) — railway and indistrial city, home to the oldest Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
* 22.43333387.3333335 Midnapore (মেদিনীপুর Medinīpur) — headquarters of Paschim Medinipur

## Other destinations

* 22.08756787.2550221 Kurumbera Fort (কুড়ুমবেড়া Kuṛumbeṛā) — a fort built during the rule of Odia king Kapilendra Deva of Gajapati dynasty. It contains remnants of a temple and a mosque.
* 21.992587.2963892 Moghalmari (মোগলমারি Mogalmāri) — an archaeological site with a Buddhist monastery dated between 6th to 12th century

## Understand

Southwest Bengal is an emerging educational and economic hub of West Bengal. Kharagpur, its largest city, is a railway and an industrial town, and it is home to the oldest Indian Institute of Technology (IIT).
Southwest Bengal, along with Purba Medinipur, was once an epicentre of political movements during the British Raj. It was the birthplace of Khudiram Bose, a young freedom activist who was hanged in 1908.

### Geography

Southwest Bengal is diverse in landscape. The road from Bankura to Balasore cuts across the region and divides it into two natural divisions. To the east of this road, the soil is fertile alluvial and the area is flat. To the west, the Chota Nagpur Plateau gradually slopes down creating an undulating area with laterite rocks and soil.

## Talk

The Manbhumi dialect of Bengali is prevalent in this region. In particular, the word "বটে" (BAW-tteh, meaning "okay") is used in Manbhumi more often than in any other Bengali dialect.
Besides, Odia is another common language in the region, especially along the border with Odisha.

## Get in
### By train

Kharagpur is the major railway junction to arrive in this region. Local trains to different destinations in Southwest Bengal depart from here.

## Stay safe

Southwest Bengal is a part of the Jungle Mahal (জঙ্গলমহল Jaṅgalmahal) region, which was infamous for the Naxalite-Maoist insurgency. So, try to avoid stepping outside hotels or lodges at dark night.

## Go next

* Odisha — Southwest Bengal's southern neighbour is famous for beaches and pilgrimage sites.
# South 24 Parganas

South 24 Parganas (দক্ষিণ চব্বিশ পরগনা Uttar Cabbiś Parganā) is a coastal district of West Bengal.

## Cities

* 21.563188.25951 Bakkhali (বকখালি Bakkhāli) — a popular beach resort
* 22.31037388.6578972 Canning (ক্যানিং Kyāniṁ) — known as the "Gateway of the Sundarbans"
* 22.19268988.1894883 Diamond Harbour (ডায়মন্ড হারবার Ḍāẏmanḍ Hārbār) — with beautiful sunsets and a fort, Diamond Harbour is considered an ideal destination for weekend tourists
* 22.17519888.4200814 Jaynagar Majilpur (জয়নগর মজিলপুর Jaẏnagar Majilpur) — famous for its confectionery Jaynagarer Moa
* 21.87602888.1852765 Kakdwip (কাকদ্বীপ Kākdbīp) — the gateway to Bakkhali and Sagar
* 22.2050988.121346 Raichak (রায়চক Rāẏcak) —

## Other destinations

* 21.72689188.1096121 Sagar Island — a deltaic island on the mouth of river Hooghly, a Hindu pilgrimage site with unspoiled beaches
* 21.7588.752 Sundarbans National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Royal Bengal Tigers and deer found in forests and mangrove swamps

## Understand

South 24 Parganas is on the Indian half of the Ganges Delta, with a maze of distributaries in the Sundarbans. Although the Hooghly is the main river, other rivers in the region include the Bidyadhari, Ichhamati and Matla.
Till 1986, South 24 Parganas was a part of 24 Parganas district, whose name was derived from the number of "parganas" (divisions) contained in the zamindari of Calcutta which was ceded to the East India Company by Mir Jafar in 1757.

## See and do

On Henry Island (near Bakkhali), you can climb a watch tower to get a splendid view of the entire Sundarbans area.
Diamond Harbour Fort is a ruined fort, alleged to date back to Portuguese pirates.
The Besher Mela is an annual event in Jaynagar Majilpur that attracts thousands of devotees.
The Lothian Island Wildlife Sanctuary and Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project, near Kakdwip, is the only crocodile project in West Bengal. The wildlife in this sanctuary includes estuarine crocodiles, olive ridley sea turtles, spotted deer, jungle cats and rhesus macaques.

## Eat and drink

The ground water may not be safe for drinking, as it might be contaminated with arsenic. So you are better off drinking from the municipal or panchayat (village administration) supply of surface water or bottled drinking water of reputed companies, not of ordinary companies, here and there in South 24 Parganas, even if those are cheaper by ₹2 per litre.

## Stay safe

South 24 Parganas has faced several cyclonic storms, most notably Aila (2009) and Amphan (2020). Monsoon rains may reach terrible levels and breed diseases like malaria or dengue. Keep yourself updated with the latest weather news and take precautions against such natural disasters.

## Go next

* Hooghly and Howrah
* Kolkata
* North 24 Parganas
* Southwest Bengal
# Diamond Harbour

A small town on the banks of the Hooghly River, Diamond Harbour is considered to be an ideal destination for weekend tourists and makes a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby Kolkata. Visitors to Sagar Island usually pass through Diamond Harbour. There is a ruined fort here, alleged to date back to Portuguese pirates. A beautiful 18th-century fort is a testimony to history.

## Get in

Diamond Harbour is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kolkata.

### By bus

Regular buses are available from Kolkata. Bus from Esplanade, Dharmatala-Private Bus-SD 18, SD 19, STA

### By train

* 22.19257188.1910421 Diamond Harbour railway station. The southernmost terminus station of the Sealdah–Diamond Harbour line. The sole platform of the station is very much well sheltered and it possesses many facilities including water and sanitation. (updated Oct 2022)

### By car

The National Highway 12 (NH 12), also known as Diamond Harbour Road, crosses this town and is probably the best way to get in here from the city.

### By ferry

* 22.1848188.18912 Diamond Harbour Ferry Terminal. Ferry service to Kukrahati. (updated Oct 2022)

## Get around

Cycle rickshaws and toto rickshaws are main vehicles used to get around the town. You can also get around most of the town on foot.

## See and do

The town is surrounded by verdant trees and offers views of the river with rows of country boats sailing by.
* 22.1752988.196891 Diamond Harbour Fort (Fort of Chingrikhali). An abandoned fort built sometime in the 16th century on the bank of the Hooghly River, most probably by the Portuguese or by the French, as a gateway to Kalikata (present-day Kolkata) and Murshidabad. They came as traders and were allowed to settle or build forts at many places on their main route. This fort was one of them, built for the traders as a warehouse to store merchandise before loading it onto the ships to Europe. They used to come here for silk, salt, spices, and of course, gold. (updated Oct 2022)

## Sleep

The best address in town to stay for the night is Sagarika Tourist Lodge. About 20 private hotels are also available. Rooms are also available in the PWD Inspection bungalow. Besides, a British fort has been converted into a 5-star resort, which was built in the Anglo-Indian style.
* Ganga (Benfish Tourist Lodge), ☏ +91 3210-225225.
* Hotel Hansraj, ☏ +91 33 9681884299. Check-in: Noon, check-out: 9 AM. Garden, child-friendly, swimming pool, restaurant & bar, Conference hall. ₹400-1600.
* Hotel Punyalakshmi, ☏ +91 3174 255190, +91 9679 205110.
* 22.1815388.19221 Sagorika Tourism Property, Diamond Harbour Rd, ☏ +91 3174 255-246, +91 3174 255-262. Check-in: 10AM, check-out: 9AM. Run by West Bengal Tourism. ₹2,300–4,500. (updated Jan 2025)

## Go next

* Gadiara
* Geonkhali
* Sagar Island
# Raichak

Raichak (রায়চক Rāẏcak) is a riverside town in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. It is known for its calm natural beauty, riverside strolling and boating on the Hooghly River. The town is mainly populated by weekend visitors seeking getaway from bustling life in Kolkata.

## Understand

The town is surrounded by verdant trees and offers views of the river with rows of country boats sailing by. It makes a perfect escape from the city grind of nearby Kolkata. A beautiful 18th-century fort is testimony to the history. Built in the Anglo-Indian style, the British fort has been converted into a 5-star resort.

## Get in

Raichak is about 50 km (31 mi) south of Kolkata.

### By bus

Take an ordinary or AC bus from Esplanade to Raichak.

### By train

Diamond Harbour Sealdah South is the nearest station to Raichak.

### By car

Take the National Highway 12 (NH 12), also known as Diamond Harbour Road, and travel for about 35 km (22 mi) to Sarisha. Then turn right and travel for about 5 km (3.1 mi).

### By ferry

* 22.2105188.07221 Noorpur Ferry Terminal. Ferry services to Gadiara and Geonkhali. (updated Oct 2022)
* 22.205988.123152 Raichak Ferry Terminal. Ferry services to Geonkhali and Kukrahati. (updated Oct 2022)

## Get around

Cycle rickshaws and toto rickshaws are main vehicles used to get around the town. You can also get around most of the town on foot.

## See and do

Take a ferry at Raichak jetty or nearby Noorpur jetty and go across the river to Howrah (Gadiara) and Midnapur districts (Kukrahati/ Geonkhali).
* Bhaumik Garden. (updated Jan 2025)
* Green Village. (updated Jan 2025)
* Technicom Agro Picnic Garden. (updated Jan 2025)

## Eat and drink

All the hotels listed have their own bars.
* Sonar Tori (Ganga Kutir). The facilities include: Bengali specialty restaurant, a multipurpose hall with party terrace, lounge and bar. Dishes include bhapa Ilish, tel koi, chital macher muitha, mochar ghanta, sukto, several bhajas et al; others enjoy authentic Bengal cuisine - vegetarian and non vegetarian.

## Sleep

* 22.2052288.128091 The Ffort Raichak, ☏ +91 3174 275-444, +91 86384 57266, fax: +91 3174 275-456. An old British fort with Anglo-Indian architecture converted into a tourist lodge. The hotel caters both to hotel guests and outside clientele. Rooms ₹4,500-₹12,500. (updated Jan 2025)
* 22.2028588.132182 Ganga Kutir Residency, ☏ +91 3174 275632 (Resort), +91 33 4040 4040 (Reservations). Riverfront resort and spa. ₹6,720. (updated Jan 2025)
* 22.2149888.121753 Meghbrishti Bari, ☏ +91 98198 23680. (updated Jan 2025)
* 22.2063388.128114 Shyamolima. (updated Jan 2025)

## Go next

* Diamond Harbour
* Gadiara
* Geonkhali
* Sarisha
# Banyak Islands

The Banyak Islands are a group of tiny islands off the western coast of Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia, primarily visited on surfing charters. The islands are about 100 km north of the island of Nias.

## Understand

Kepulauan Banyak is Indonesian for "Many Islands".

### Flora and fauna

* Green turtle (Caretta caretta)
* Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea)
* Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)

### Climate

To enjoy the beauty of this group of islands, it's recommended to visit here between March and August. That's because the weather is sunny and calm, making it the best time for island hopping, kayaking and snorkeling.

## Get in
### By plane

The nearest airport to the Banyak Islands is the small Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport on the Sumatra mainland, near Singkil. The nearest major airport is Medan's Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO), more than 250 km away.

### By boat

There are frequent boats from Singkil to Balai on the Banyak Islands. The boats only leave at high tide.

## Do
### Surfing

Waves are high and can reach 6 meters. There are 12 spots for surfing, spread across the Banyak Islands. The most visited surfing spots are Amandangan Beach and Violation Beach on Bangkaru Island.

### Snorkeling

The unique view of the sea is at the coral reefs, filled with marine plants and reef fish of various colors and various sizes. Enjoying the beauty of biodiversity can be done by using snorkeling, especially for places that are hard to see by boat with see-through floors.

### Trekking

Trekking on the Tuangku Island while enjoying the beauty of its forest. The journey can be started from Kampong Haloban and along the way tourists might encounter Mouse Deer, Nias Beo, Squirrel, Wild Boar and Butterfly of various colors. There is also a Bat Cave and Swallow's Nest Cave. But be careful of the Estuary Crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) which sometimes appears in river.

## Go next

* Return to Sumatra mainland.
* Explore Nias island.
# Kozushima

Kōzushima (神津島) is a volcanic island in Tokyo prefecture, about 170 km south of Tokyo city in the Philippine Sea. It is one of the Izu Seven Islands group of the seven northern islands of the Izu archipelago. Kōzushima is also within the boundaries of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

## Understand

The island is administered by Tokyo and is about 30 km (19 mi) northwest of the Miyake-jima and 14 km (8.7 mi) southwest of the Nii-jima. Kozushima is administratively part of Kozushima Village under Ōshima Subprefecture of Tokyo Metropolis. As of 2017, the island's population was 1,952.
The island was recognized as a Dark Sky Island by Dark Sky (formerly International Dark Sky Association) in 2020.

### Tourist information site

The local tourist association has a Japanese-only guide site with integrated Google Translate.

## Get in

Tokaikisen operates a daily overnight ferry from Tokyo's Takeshiba pier, near the Daimon metro station. Leaving Tokyo at 22:00, and arriving 10:00 - prices vary seasonally but expect to pay around ¥6500 for a reclining seat.Ferry service is also available from Shimoda.

## Do

* 34.219086139.1529481 Mt. Tenjo.
* Kozushima Hot Spring Center. 10:00-21:00 (entry until 20:00), Closed:Wednesday. Public bath. saunas, jacuzzis, indoor hot spring facilities, and a vast open-air bath. Swimsuits required for open-air bath only. Adult ¥800, 15-under ¥400.
* Akazaki Shiokaze Wooden Trail (15 minutes by bus from Kozushima Port). Wooden walking course reaches of the Akasaki coast on the north side of the island.

### Diving

* Dive Nangoku, ☏ +81 4992-8-0604, nangoku.kozu@gmail.com. Spoken languages Thai, English & Japanese.
* Aqua Mate Diving Club (アクアメイト), ☏ +81 4992-8-1740, mail@aquamate.jp.
* Tears Blue Diving, ☏ +81 4992-8-0888, t-blue@dream.ocn.ne.jp.

## Eat

In low season, all the restaurants on the island might be closed. Bring your own food or have the ability to cook your own food if you are staying at a campsite. There are also a few shops in town where you can buy groceries.

## Drink

Kozushima Shōchū

## Sleep

* Takouwan camping ground (多幸湾公園ファミリーキャンプ場), ☏ +81 4992-8-0661, takou_camp@vill.kouzushima.tokyo.jp. Deck tent: ¥1000 per person per day, free tent: ¥400 per person per day.
* Hotel Kozukan (ホテル神津館), ☏ +81 4992-8-1321. from ¥10,500 per night per person (dinner and breakfast included).
* Syusou (Ryokan) (旅館秀蒼), ☏ +81 4992-8-0883, info@syuso.com. ¥7500 per night per person (dinner and breakfast included).
# Western Tarai

The Western Tarai consists of the western part of the Tarai Mountain Range in Nepal.

## Cities

* 27.583.451 Bhairahawa - also known as Siddharthanagar
* 27.68333384.4333332 Bharatpur - one of the fastest growing cities of Nepal, often called Narayangadh
* 28.0583.273 Dubichaur
* 27.53333383.054 Kapilvastu - a region of ancient Shakya kingdom that is considered a holy pilgrimage place for Buddhists, its headquarters is the town of Taulihawa
* 27.481483.2758295 Lumbini - birthplace of Buddha
* 28.0581.6166676 Nepalganj
* 27.57472284.4936117 Sauraha - the eastern gateway to Chitwan National Park and jungle safaris
* 27.6383.658 Sunwal

## Other destinations

* 27.46666784.3333331 Parsa Wildlife Reserve
* 28.4781.472 Bardia National Park
* 27.584.3333333 Chitwan National Park
* 28.840280.2294 Shuklaphanta National Park

## Get in

Gautam Buddha Airport (BWA)
# Kaskikot

Kaskikot is a beautiful village in the lap of Annapurna in Nepal. Before the unification of Nepal there were 24 small principalities in west Nepal. Kaski was one of them. The ruins of old palace of the rulers of Kaski can still be seen in Kaskikot. Kulmandan Shah was one of the rulers who established his Kingdom in west Nepal. His descendant Drabya Shah was first to establish Gorkha, source of the legendary Gorkha warriors.

## Get in

It is very near from Pokhara (8 km by car) full of cultural heritage and beautiful scenes. It takes an hour walk to the west from Sarangkot.

## Get around

Kaskikot is great to ride a bike around.

## See

* Phewa Lake is the most famous lake just below Kaskikot. It covers an area of 4.4 km$^2$. A stream called Harpan Khola enters the Lake from the western end. There is a forested hill on the southern side of the lake, which includes the Peace Stupa. The temple of goddess Barahi is situated in the middle of the lake. Large number of hotels and restaurants are located along its northeastern shore. Boating and fishing are major attractions of Phewa Lake. There are 22 native species of fish in the lake, some of which are served as delicacies at restaurants in Pokhara.
* Mountain views Clearly the most stunning of Kaskikot's sights is the spectacular panorama of the Annapurna range which forms its backdrop. Stretching from east to west, the Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna south. Although the highest among then is Annapurna I (8091 m), it is Machhapuchhre which dominates all others in this neighborhood. This fish-tailed pinnacle is the archetypical snow-capped, needle-pointed mountain.
* The view of the Annapurna Himalaya from Kaskikot is almost a religious experience. From here, you can see a panoramic sweep of Himalayan peaks.
* The main village is just below the ridge, but a set of concrete steps leads uphill to a dramatic viewpoint in the ruins of an ancient kot (hill 1788 m).

## Do

Trekking, and sightseeing are the major things that can be done in Kaskikot Village.

## Buy

You can buy local agricultural products like ghee, honey, vegetables and different kinds of fruits.

## Eat

Nepali food is the stable food in Kaskikot. Beside it foreign food is also available in tourist hotel.

## Drink

Milk, Beverage, local wine and beer.

## Sleep

There are abundant tourist hotel in Guntechour, Deurali, Maula, Mandhare Dhunga and all over Kaskikot. Even local people are happy to keep you in their home.

## Go next

Local bus and taxi are available. You can reach to Pokhara within 1 hour drive from Kaskikot. Even you can go to Naudanda by 45 minutes walk.
# Tangting

Tangting is a town in Kaski, Nepal.

## Understand

Tangting is a beautiful Gurung village located just outside of Pokhara, Nepal. Set in the lap of the Annapurnas, it has yet to be reached by the mainstream tourist influence that has changed much of the usual trekking routes. It retains a pristine atmosphere and cultural integrity that truly touches the soul. For the adventurous and able traveler, Tangting is absolutely a must-see, and not just see, but experience.
The people of Tangting are beautiful, kind, and friendly.

## Get in

To get to Tangting is an adventure in itself. First you take a jeep from Pokhara. These jeeps run from Kahu Khola, about 10 km east of Lakeside. Taxi drivers will know it. The jeeps run 5 or 6 times daily to Jhaundu. From there, you walk. The trail is not entirely clear so it's best to go with someone who knows (a guide). Call the Deu Maya Tour and Travel Company or go to the office in Lakeside for help.

## Get around

Getting around in Tangting is all walking of course. The "streets" are cobblestoned and scenic.

## See

Nauju

## Do

Get the chance to participate in village life!

## Buy

Hand-woven fabrics, magic munch biscuits, tomatoes that grow on trees!

## Eat

Dhindo, ghundruk,

## Drink

Chyaang, raksi

## Go next

Same way you got in. It is important to be flexible with your plans and ready for an adventure.
# Jiri

Jiri is a town in the Central Himalayas region of Nepal, and the nearest roadhead for trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp.

## Understand

Jiri has no outstanding attractions, and as the bus from Kathmandu usually arrives in the early evening and most trekkers set out for the first day of their trek just after sun rise, many people spend their time here. Jiri is an amazing place to visit.
As it is about a five-day trek to Namche Bazaar, which many consider as the gateway to the Everest Region, only a small percentage of trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp begin their journey here, with most preferring to fly to Lukla, a two-day walk to Namche.

## Get in

* Jiri is the nearest roadhead for trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp. It is about 184 km from Kathmandu - a journey that meanders through winding roads and takes between 5 and 6 hours.

## Sleep

There are many similar lodges located along the main street. The Sherpa Guide is a longstanding favorite.

## Go next

* Most trekkers walk to Bhandar on the first day. However, it is a long and arduous trek. Shivalaya is a closer option.