Top Sights in West Bengal

West Bengal’s diverse landscape spans from the Himalayan peaks of Darjeeling to the urban cultural hub of Kolkata. This collection highlights the UNESCO-listed Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and the sunrise views from Tiger Hill. In Kolkata, the list features the Indian Museum, the oldest in India, alongside the historic Star Theatre and the interactive Science City. Architectural landmarks include the palaces of Barddhaman and Mahisadal, reflecting the region's royal heritage and colonial-era history.

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Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Tiger Hill is a mountain located in Darjeeling, in the Indian State of West Bengal.

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Indian Museum

The Indian Museum is a massive museum in Central Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

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War Memorial, Batasia Loop

The Batasia Loop is a spiral railway created to lower the gradient of ascent of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in Darjeeling district of…

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Palace of Maharaja Barddhaman

Also known as Bijay Manzil, this Alipore estate served as the Kolkata residence for the royal family of Burdwan. The palace features colonial-style architecture set within landscaped grounds.

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Science City

Science City, Kolkata is a science centre and science park in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

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Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

A UNESCO World Heritage site established in 1881, this two-foot narrow-gauge railway climbs over 2,000 meters from the plains to Darjeeling. It remains a functional example of colonial-era mountain engineering.