Cooch Behar Tourism

Cooch Behar  Attractions : Rajbari Palace , Madan Mohan Temple ,Baneswar SivaTemple , Madhupur Dham Temple, Madan Mohan Temple, Mathabhanga, Gosanimari Rajpat excavation site. Cooch Behar is a beautiful district of West Bengal.  More : New Cooch Behar  ! 

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Cooch Behar Palace (Rajbari)

Built in 1887, by the illustrious Koch king Maharaja Nripendra Narayan - also referred to as the ‘architect’ of modern Cooch Behar town, the Royal Palace is a sight to behold in the city. The palace is an excellent example of the imperial and regal glory of the bygone era. A colonial structure, it once used to be the dwelling of the first family of Cooch Behar. Just as the imposing exteriors, the interiors of the Royal Palace are extremely gripping and riveting. A newly built museum, coupled with vast stretch of beautiful landscaping lawns, make the outlook more beautiful and stunning.

Modan Mohan Mandir , Cooch Behar

Madan Mohan Temple

Madan Mohon Temple , Cooch Behar , West Bengal

A mesmerizing structure, the temple was constructed during the years 1885 to 1889, by Maharaja Nripendra Narayan. A divine structure, the temple enshrines the idols of Lord Madan Mohan, Ma Kali, Ma Tara and Ma Bhavani. It is located in the heart of Cooch Behar town and is a must-watch for tourists in the city. On the occasion of Rush Purnima, one of the biggest festivals of North Bengal, the temple celebrates the traditional Rash Yatra, along with Rash Mela.









 

Tourist Attractions in Cooch Behar

Sagardighi

Sited in the heart of Cooch Behar town, Sagardighi is a huge tank, excavated by Maharaja Hitendra Narayan. Surrounded by heritage buildings, including Victor House and a War Memorial, on all sides, Sagardighi is a popular destination during the evenings. The square-shaped tank is also famous among feathered animals, as a lot of migratory birds can be spotted on the water surface and the nearby trees, during winters. The lake extends tourists a calm and serene ambience, coupled with scenic beauty.



Baneswar Siva Temple

A popular tourist spot in Cooch Behar, Baneswar Siva Temple is located at a distance of about 10 km to the north of the city center. The temple houses a Shivaling that is 10 feet below the plinth level. Apart from this, the temple has 'Gouripat' and statue of Ardhanariswar installed in it. During Madan Chaturdashi and Dol Purnima, the statue is carried to the famous Madan Mohan Temple, which is why the statue has been given the name of Movable Baneswar. In the temple premises, there is a big pond that has a large number of tortoises, some of which are very old and big in size.






Light & Sound Show

Enticing and enchanting - the light and sound show, organized every Friday and Saturday, by the cultural dept of West Bengal is fascinating and worth watching. Sited in a well-maintained garden, at the amusement park just beside the Cooch Behar Palace, the show is absolutely compelling and exciting with its colorful lighting and fountains. The show starts with the fall of evening and continues till 8 o'clock at night. With the start of the show, the whole place comes to life. Once in Cooch Behar, the Light & Sound Show would be a fine recreation zone, for spending leisure time.




Excursions From Cooch Behar


Rasikbil

Lying 42 km away from Cooch Behar, Rasikbil is a recognized bird sanctuary, sprawling over an area of 2500 hectares. Managed by Coochbehar Forest Division, it is a complex of wet land. Apart from numerous colorful birds, extending a blissful look to the sky above, it has a deer park, an aquarium and a mini zoo. As per records, there are about 66 species of birds herein, making the place a paradise for bird watchers. Some of the migratory birds found here are lesser whistling teal, common teal, cotton teal, dapchick, bronze-winged jacana, pheasant-tailed janacana, shovler, barheaded goose and white eyed poacherd.



Kholta Ecotourism Spot

A picturesque area, Kholta Ecotourism Spot is about 20 km from Cooch Behar, on the Aliporeduar Road. A newly built area, developed by the Cooch Behar Forest Division, the spot offers children park, deer park (Sambar & spotted deer) and even a toy train. The area is surrounded by Araikumari riverlet and has an old teak plantation, created by the king of Cooch Behar, nearby. The place is excellent for spending leisure time with family and friends and having picnics or small get-togethers in the lap of nature.








Rajpat Mound

For archeologists and historians, Cooch Behar is the perfect place to be in, thanks to its glorious past, filled with rich culture and heritage. About 35 km from Cooch Behar, Rajpat Mound is a protected monument, managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Herein, tourists have the opportunity to relive their past and browse through the glories of the bygone era. One can see the remains of a palace and some excavated artifacts and statues here. Each of the artifacts and statues are about a decade old and reflect the charm and charisma of the yesteryears.



 Alipurduar

One of the most well-known regions in the Jalpaiguri district, Alipurduar offers the tourists great scenic beauty, coupled with amazing forest and wildlife. The region is famous since the colonial period and is a gateway to Bhutan and North- Eastern states of India. Surrounded by deep forests and tea gardens, Alipurduar has two rivers flowing across the town, namely Kaljani and Nonai. The township is an ideal retreat for a family outing. It has something for every age group, making the trip an awesome one.



Chilapata Forest

On the way to Cooch Behar lies the exciting and thrilling venue - Chilapata Forest. It is about 20 km from Alipurduar town, within the Jalpaiguri District. A dense natural wood, the forest is abode of wild animals and rare flora. The forest forms an elephant corridor between Jaldapara and Buxa Tiger Reserve. The Nalraja Garh of the Fort of Nal Kings is a chief attraction of the place. Built during the Gupta period i.e. in the 5th century, the fort has tremendous archeological importance and reminds one of the golden ages, in the history of India.



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