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Mukutmanipur
Located about 83 km from Bishnupur, by the side of the river Kangsabati. The main attraction is the dam across the river and the hilly landscape. Green forests and hillocks surround the vast bluish tract of water.Tourists flock here for its stunning natural beauty.
Places of stay:
Forest Lodge 22437260, 22370060-61
Hotel Aparajita 033- 22437260
Hotel Amravati and Shonajhuri are two more hotels there.
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Jhilimili
Jhilimili is situated 70 Km away from Bankura Town. It is a beautiful, undisturbed dense natural forest. The road from Ranibund to Jhilimili offers a wonderful view of spectacular forests on varying heights on both sides, finally reaching Jhilimili, which is mounted on the top of a hillock. The sparkle of micaceous soil adds to the beauty of the environment.
Accommodation : 03243-240217/240300, 033-22485829 |  |
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Jairambati and Kamarpukur
43 km. from Vishnupur are Jairambati and Kamarpukur, birthplaces of Sri Ma Saradamoui and Sri Ramakrishna Pramahansa. Near Kamarpukur is the historic Garh Mandaran, made famous by Bankim Chandra chatterjee.
Accommodation :
Ramkrishna Mission- 03244-244214, 03211-244222
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Kalachand Temple
It is of ekratna style and is on the bank of Lal-bandh. |  |
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Susunia Hills
It is one of the important hills in the district, rising abruptly from the neighbouring plains to a height of 44 metres. Stone inscriptions of Chandravarma, a 4th century king, have been discovered here. From Bankura on the Bankura-Purulia road, one has to alight at Chhatna on the 13th km. Susunia is 7 km. north of Chhatna.
Accommodation : Youth Hostel -033-22480626 |  |
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Sutan Forest
Bankura is also popular for beautiful Tourist Spots like Sutan, Near Ranibandh & Eco-
Park ,Near Taldangra, both covered with dense forest, decorated with small lakes and
thrilling with wild animals. Only Sutan has a Tourist Cottage of West Bengal Forest
Department.
Accommodation : Forest Lodge-033-24799032/7392, 03242-250758 | |
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Biharinath Hill
Biharinath, situated in the extreme northwest area of the district, 57 km away from Bankura town, thought to be an ancient centre of Jainism. The height of the hill is 448 m is the highest hill in Bankura. Biharinath is very rich in flora and fauna. Hyena, Pangolin, Chameleon, Racaphorus, though few in number, are still found here. The place is known for its natural beauty. | |
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