Situated on the banks of the Mahanadi in West Bengal and in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, Siliguri is also called the gateway to North East India. It is famous among travelers for its temples and tea gardens. However, most tourists are tempted to visit this place because of its convenient connectivity with other regions of the North-East.

If you are planning a trip to Siliguri, here are some places you must visit.

Salugara Monastery

This famous monastery houses a massive 110 feet tall stupa – which was built by Tibetan Lama Kalu Rinpoche. It is also known as Tashi Homang Stupa. This Buddhist temple houses about 5 Buddhist relics and is a place of meditation and prayer. There is a popular and ancient belief about the monastery that the hills around it protect it.

Bengal Safari Park

Bengal Safari Park is located inside the forest area of ​​the Mahananda Wildlife Safari Sanctuary. It is one of the first animal safari parks in Bengal, spread over 297 hectares with diverse flora and fauna. On your trip, you can enjoy seeing wildlife creatures like Royal Bengal tiger, leopard, bear, sambar deer, fawn, sloth bear, Himalayan black bear, leopard, gaur, civet, wild boar, rhinoceros and spotted deer.

milky

Located 28 kilometers away on the outskirts of Siliguri, Dudhia is definitely one of the must-see places. Located on the Mirik-Siliguri Highway, it is an ideal place to experience riverside camping, stargazing and much more.

coronation bridge

Coronation Bridge is also known as Sevoke Bridge. It spans the Teesta River and connects neighboring Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri and is located 20 km from the city.

Sed Gyud Monastery

Seyid Gued Monastery is a photogenic serene retreat. It is a breathtaking monument shaped like a pagoda. Being a place of meditation and an institute of Buddhist studies, this place originated in the 14th century.

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