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 Dooars.

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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.

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The are the lowlands of the in North Bengal. Consisting of the districts of Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri, this region has a distinctiveness in the matter of the dialects spoken, the folk culture and lifestyles.

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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 .

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is a town in the Kalimpong II CD block in the Kalimpong subdivision of the in the state of . As it lies in the high altitude, it is also visible from high altitude towns and villages of , high areas of and also from .

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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