Balurghat — Travel Guide
Balurghat is the headquarters of the Dakshin Dinajpur District, which is part of the state of West Bengal. This town is located just few kilometres away from the village of Hili, which is situated near the Bangladesh border. Balurghat is located at an elevation of 25 metres from the main sea level and is situated on the banks of the Atrai River. The Dinajpur District was split into West and East Dinajpur at the time of Indian Independence. During the implementation of the States Reorganisation Act Recommendations in 1956, West Dinajpur was extended by adding some of the areas of the state of Bihar. On 1st April 1992, this district was again bifurcated into Dakshin Dinajpur and Uttar Dinajpur. The East Dinajpur District, which is known as Dinajpur, is now part of Bangladesh.
The best time to visit Balurghat is December to March.
BY FLIGHT
There are no regular flights from other major cities of the country to Balurghat. Nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport.
balurghat - 168 km away
BY TRAIN
Balurghat is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains.
Shopping in Balurghat is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Balurghat to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Balurghat means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Balurghat is the most important activities am
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