Jalpaiguri Tourism

Jalpaiguri is a district in West Bengal, India, which is known for its tea plantations and thick forests that boosts of wild life. Situated on the foothills of Himalayas, the district has great potential for tourism, which means the district is full of rich flora and fauna and has beautiful natural beauty spread all across the district. It covers an area of 6, 245 sq kms.

Jalpaiguri is situtated between 26 degree 32'N and 88 degree 46'E. It is located in North of West Bengal and shares its borders with countries like Bangladesh and Bhutan, which lie to the south and north respectively. To the east are Assam and Darjeeling hills that expand further west and North West. The topography of the district comprises of hills, rivers and rivulets. The main rivers that you will find here are the Teesta River, Jaldhaka River, Torsa River, Neora, Dyna, etc.

Jalpaigur has a great network of roads and railways. There is a good scope for transport in the region. Jalpaigiri has National Highway No. 31 running from the district and National Highway No 30C as well. They connect well to the other parts of the state and country. The other major roads connect to towns like Alipur Duar, Kalchini, Madari Hat, BIrpara, Banarhat, Mainagur, Dhupgari, Rajganj, Matiali and Mal.

The major railway junction is new Jalpaiguri and is 40 KM from the town. Some of the other railway stations are the Jalpaiguri Road and Jalpaiguri that helps connect people with the rest of the country. Most of the North eastern trains pass through Jalpaiguri Road.