North Bengal

North Bengal is the northern region of , known for its mountains and its wide range of animals and forests. It houses many ancient landmarks of historical significance.
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Essential Destinations

Top destinations include Darjeeling and Siliguri.

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is a hill station in the northern region of . It used to be a lovely Victorian town built among the Himalayan foothills, the remnants of which are still visible around the Chowrasta.

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, the largest city in northern , is a liberal and cosmopolitan city that is known for its vibrant music scene and strong youth culture.

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is a hill station in North Bengal, and the headquarters of the district of . It has less to see than Darjeeling, but it is, in comparison, quiet and pleasant to walk around and explore.

Destinations to Discover

Explore places such as Darjeeling and Cooch Behar.

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is a district of . Famous for its tea gardens, the region provides scenic views of hills and mountains, including Mt Kangchenjunga.

is a district of northern with its own language, folk culture and lifestyle. Far away from the madding crowds of the metropolis, it has a quietness of its own.

is one of the largest districts of North Bengal, between the Himalayas and the Teesta River.

district, is one of the 23 districts of the state of in . The district is the part of Jalpaiguri Division. city is the headquarters of the district.

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district is a district in the state of , . In 2017, it was carved out as a separate district to become the 21st district of .

is a district of , India. It borders and to the north, to the east, to the southwest, to the west, and to the northwest.

is a district of , India. Its history dates back to Pala and Sena times and has a unique cultural heritage.

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is a town in northern , famous for the bird sanctuary along the Kulik River with different species of birds.

North Bengal

Latitude of center
26.02° or 26° 1′ 12″ north
Longitude of center
88.73° or 88° 43′ 48″ east
Wiki­data ID
Q13057253
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In Other Languages

“North Bengal” goes by many names.
  • Bengali: “উত্তরবঙ্গ, ভারত”
  • Bengali: “উত্তরবঙ্গ”

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