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Top 10 Places To Visit In Howrah, West Bengal (2024)

Howrah is the second largest city in West Bengal and has a great history that dates to 500 years. This place is one of the most visited cities in the state of West Bengal because of some of the best attractions and tourist spots. The best part of Howrah is that it is well networked and going from one place to other here is very much convenient even for outsiders.

Top 10 Places To Visit In Howrah, West Bengal

If you are planning to visit this place in West Bengal, then you need to read this post further as we have mentioned some of the best places to visit in Howrah that could make your trip one of the most happening ones.

1. Howrah Bridge/Rabindra Setu

Who has not heard about Howrah Bridge or Rabindra Setu? In fact, this is one of the most renowned names of tourist attractions in West Bengal. The old Howrah Bridge is a floating pontoon Bridge that was designed by the late Sir Bradford Leslie and was opened in October 1874. However, the old Howrah bridge was redesigned and it took around 8 years to completely renew it. Today, The New Howrah Bridge is extremely popular for photography. This offers a magnificent view of the Ganges underneath. So, if you are planning a trip to West Bengal, you should not miss visiting Howrah Bridge.

2. Garchumuk Deer Park

Garchumuk is in the district of Howrah in West Bengal at the confluence of the Hoogly and Damodar rivers. This place is emerging as a popular tourist destination in West Bengal because of the beautiful Deer Park. Garchumuk Deer Park was established in 1991 and since then it has been propagating awareness on the conservation of wildlife to its visitors.

3. Damodar Temple

Damodar temple is one of the oldest temples in West Bengal and dates back to 1769 AD. The upper part of this temple depicts the notable events of Lord Krishna, which is decorated with terracotta works. The archway panel of Damodar temple is designed with various battle scenes of Lord Rama against Ravana from Ramayana. There is a Salagram Shila (nearly round-shaped black stone idol that represents Lord Narayana) which is worshipped here. If you are in Howrah, then Damodar temple is one place that you should not miss out on.

4. Rasbari Garden House

The Rasbari Garden House is located in Belur, Howrah, in West Bengal. This is a well-known place in Howrah because of its enchanting temple complex beside the Hooghly River. The attractive temple complex in Rasbari Garden House covers an area of various bighas and it is centered around the Radharaman Jew Temple, which was built in the 19th century. This is also known as a heritage homestay in Howrah.

5. Kalyaneswara Temple

Kalyaneshwar Temple is one of the oldest Shiva Temples in Howrah, West Bengal. It is situated in Bally in Howrah. This temple is extremely famous and millions of monks and devotees from all parts of India visit it. Kalyaneshwar temple is surrounded by Ganesh, Kali, Vishnu, and Bajrangbali( Lord Hanuman) temples. The structure of this temple is around 400 years old. The river Hoogly flows near the temple

6. Belur Math

Belur math is a famous religious retreat in Howrah and many people visit this place in Howrah every day. It is a temple premises built on a large space and is dedicated to Swami Vivekananda of Bengal. One should visit Belur math during the Diwali festival to experience the beauty of this temple.

7. Indian Botanic Garden

The Indian Botanic Garden in Howrah, which was earlier known as Royal Botanic Garden is comprised of 285.05 acres of land and lies on the banks of Hooghly River. In this garden campus, use of plastic materials has been banned. There are a lot of Banyan trees here along with other rare indigenous plants, climbing plants, delicate orchids, Amazon lilies, and a lot of palm trees too. You can also find all sorts of large trees like tea, mahogany, walnut, etc. There is also a nursery, a palm house, a conservatory, an Orchid conservator, and a Herbarium. Moreover, monuments and buildings like Griffiths monument, Wallich’s monument, Jack’s monument, Kurze’s monument, and Roxburg’s- Great Banyan Tree, are also present inside the Indian Botanic Garden in Howrah. So, if you are in Howrah or planning a trip here then do not forget to visit this amazing place.

8. Vidyasagar Setu

Vidyasagar Setu, also known as the Second Hooghly Bridge is the best product depicting modern architecture and technology. This bridge is erected on only 4 pillars and hanged on 121 iron ropes. The Vidyasagar Setu is 458 m long and 115 m wide. This is such an amazing bridge with its beautiful background that attracts the Film Industries of India for various shooting purposes.

9. Anand Niketan Kritisala

Anand Niketan Kritisala is referred to as one of the best and most popular rural museums of West Bengal that is managed by private bodies. It is dotted at Tepur-Nabasan village in Bagnan-I Block and is run by the Anand Niketan Society.

There is an art gallery, gallery of history, archaeology, fork art, and craft of South West Bengal in the museum. The museum has terracotta plaques, free-standing figurines of terracotta, dolls, toys, and ritual objects from the ancient period to modern times. Apart from these, specimens like stone sculptures, coins, metal sculptures, jadu-pot, and folk objects are also displayed here in this museum.

10. Santragachhi Jheel

Santragachhi Jheel is a huge lake that is just next to the Santragachhi railway station. A large number of migratory birds come to this lake during the winter months, especially in December and January. This is one of the best places to visit in Howrah, West Bengal if you love peace and are fond of photography.

Final Words

Howrah has so many places that need to be witnessed and admired at least once in a lifetime. So, if you are planning to visit West Bengal, do make sure to take at least a one-day trip around Howrah and explore the above-mentioned places in the city.

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