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Best Cities in West Bengal
| City |
Months to Visit |
Where to Stay |
What to Do |
Important Tips |
| Kolkata |
October to March |
The Oberoi Grand, Taj Bengal, The Park Kolkata |
Visit Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, and enjoy street food at Park Street |
Be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and avoid traveling alone at night |
| Darjeeling |
April to June and September to December |
Mayfair Darjeeling, Windamere Hotel, Cedar Inn |
Take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, visit Tiger Hill for sunrise, explore the tea gardens, and go trekking in the nearby hills |
Carry warm clothes as the temperature can drop at night, be careful of altitude sickness |
| Shantiniketan |
October to March |
Bolpur Lodge, Mark & Meadows, Camellia Hotel & Resort |
Visit Visva Bharati University, explore the Tagore Museum, attend the Poush Mela festival, and shop for handicrafts at Kala Bhavan |
Respect the local customs and traditions, avoid littering in public places |
| Murshidabad |
October to March |
The Rajbari Bawali, The Mango Grove, The Garden Bungalow |
Visit Hazarduari Palace, Katra Mosque, Nasipur Palace, and explore the silk weaving industry |
Be respectful of the local culture and dress modestly, carry insect repellent as the area is prone to mosquitoes |
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