Bankura and Purulia

Bankura and Purulia are two westernmost districts of West Bengal, lying on the Chota Nagpur Plateau.

Cities

  • 🌍 Bishnupur (Vishnupur) home to numerous terracotta temples
  • 🌍 Jayrambati birthplace of Sarada Devi, wife of Sri Ramakrishna
  • 🌍 Mukutmanipur a tourist spot with the dam across the river and the hilly landscape

Other destinations

  • 🌍 Panchet Dam a popular picnic spot
  • 🌍 Susunia archaeological and rock climbing centre


Understand

See and do

Major landmarks include the terracotta temples in Bishnupur. Hills like Ajodhya, Biharinath, Joychandi and Susunia are also notable attractions and you can also trek these hills.

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