Tourist Attractions in Siliguri

Siliguri is one of the key cities in northern West Bengal. Although there are not many tourist attractions in Siliguri city, but nearby excursions take you to many interesting places.

Siliguri lies in between the north Eastern Himalayas and the Dooars region of West Bengal. There are a number of wild life sanctuaries, heritage places, hill stations and scenic riverbanks that feature among the tourist attractions in Siliguri.

Travel.mapsofindia.com outlines some of the tourist attractions in Siliguri:

Jaldapara:

124kms away from Siliguri, this wild life sanctuary is home to rare one-horned rhino and many other species of animals and birds. With the beautiful river Torsa running through the forest, it is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Siliguri.

Garumara:

This is also another Wild Life Sanctuary only 87kms away from Siliguri. A variety of species of animals and birds are found here.

Coochbehar:

Lying close to Siliguri, Coochbehar was once a princely state. Beautiful palaces, lakes and temples still exist with an old-world charm.

Mirik:

Some 100kms away from Siliguri, this is a picturesque hill resort.

Kalijhora:

The scenic spot of Kalijhora lies 27kms away from Siliguri Along the river Teesta.

Mahananda Weir Sukna:

This is also a wild life sanctuary close to Siliguri.

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