Places To Visit In Bankura

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9 Places To Visit In Bankura

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1. Susunia Hill

Susunia Hill
Top Attraction 3.4 /5

16 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Located 21 km away from Bankura town, this is a very important tourist spot here. This hill is famous for its natural Spring and Silalipi. One can also trek around this place.

2. Joyrambati

Joyrambati
Top Attraction 3.4 /5

66 km from city center

Landmark

A tourist village located in Bankura district, Joyrambati is famous as it was the birthplace of Sree Sarada Devi who is worshipped as the Holy Mother by the followers of Sri Ramakrishna.

3. Bishnupur

Bishnupur
Top Attraction 3.5 /5

31 km from city center

Temple

Just 34 km off Bankura, lies the town of Bishnupur which is famous for terracotta temples and baluchari sarees. It draws people from world over for its architecture, music and handicrafts.

4. Jhilimili

Jhilimili
3.1 /5

64 km from city center

Forest

Located around 70 km from Bankura, this place is famous for its dense forests and natural beauty. There is a watchtower here which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area.

5. Mukutmanipur

Mukutmanipur
3.1 /5

42 km from city center

Landmark

Located at the confluence of the Kangsabati and Kumari rivers, Mukutmonipur is famous for its earthen dam which is the 2nd largest such dam in India.

6. Gokul Chand Temple

Gokul Chand Temple
3.1 /5

46 km from city center

Temple

Located only a few kilometer from the terracotta temples of Bishnupur, Gokulchand Temple is the grandest of the few Bengal stone temples.

7. Biharinath Hill

Biharinath Hill
3.1 /5

40 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

The tallest hill in this region, Biharinath hill is situated 57 km away from Bankura town. This hill was an ancient center of Jainism and the place is known for its beautiful surroundings.

8. Hadal-Narayanpur

Hadal-Narayanpur
3.1 /5

47 km from city center

Temple

Located on the banks of the Bodai River, the twin-villages of Hadal-Narayanpur is famous for the Mandal family terracotta temples that comprise of Barataraf, Mejotaraf and the Chhototaraf temples.

9. Jayrambati

Jayrambati

66 km from city center

Village

Jayrambati is a quaint village in the Bankura district, popularised as an important pilgrimage point among followers of Sri Ramakrishna for being the place of residence of the Holy Mother Sri Sharada Devi. The village has a certain old-world charm to it and has several small temples all across the village, the most popular one however being the Sri Sri Maitri Mandir devoted to the Holy Mother.

FAQs on Bankura

What are the top sightseeing places in Bankura?

The top sightseeing places in Bankura are Susunia Hill, Joyrambati, Bishnupur, Jhilimili, Mukutmanipur, Gokul Chand Temple.

How much does a package cost for Bankura?

The packages for Bankura start at INR 7500 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

How can I commute within Bankura?

You can hire rikshaws & auto riskshaws for going around the town. Rental cars can also be hired for the same purpose.
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Can you suggest an itinerary for Bankura?

Day 1- Arrive, check-in and rest. Then visit the Susunia Hills and Mukutmonipur Dam.
Day 2- Visit Joypur Jungle and Shyam Rai Temple.
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