Nestled between the lush green forest and tea slopes, Bagdogra is situated at the foothills of Himalayas. The small town is often regarded as the gateway town between the Himalayas and North East India. Bagdogra offers endless opportunities for nature lovers and people looking for a peaceful holiday. River Teesta flowing amidst the town provides great rafting experience for the tourists. Book your tickets from Raipur to Bagdogra with lowest airfares on goIndiGo.in.
Things to do in Bagdogra
The Himalayan World Museum: The museum aims at preserving the cultural heritage of the Himalayan region.
Tourist attractions in Bagdogra
Salugara Monastery: Located 13 km from Bagdogra, Salugara Monastery is famous for the 110 feet tall Stupa of Buddha. The monastery was built by the followers of His Holiness- Dalai Lama and many renowned monks live here.
Places to shop in Bagdogra
There are many small markets from Bagdogra to Gangtok. Authentic Tibetan artefacts, pure Darjeeling tea, traditional home décor pieces, handcrafted woodwork, the shoppers are spoiled with choices.
Best time to visit Bagdogra
The best time to visit Bagdogra is from March to June and from September to early December.
Modes of transport in Bagdogra
The best mode of transportation in Bagdogra would be taxis and auto-rickshaws. Public Transport buses operate in the town. However, their frequency is low, taxis make a better option.
Weather of Bagdogra
Winters last from November to February in Bagdogra and since it is located at the foothills of Himalayas, the temperature can fall as low as 5°C. The summers are not very hot and humid lasting from March to June but the temperature can soar up to 38°C. Bagdogra receives early monsoon from July to October and the temperature can fall down to 20°C.
Airport in Bagdogra
Bagdogra airport is located 9 km or a 20-minute drive from Siliguri. IndiGo also offers flights from Bagdogra to Bengaluru, Bagdogra to Mumbai, Bagdogra to Delhi, Bagdogra to Guwahati, and Bagdogra to Kolkata for those of you looking for flights flying from this airport.
Address: Airport Road, Bagdogra, Siliguri, West Bengal - 734421
Code: IXB
Raipur - The emerging industrial city of central India
The capital city of Chhattisgarh, Raipur, is known as the upcoming industrial capital of central India. The city is considered as the spiritual birthplace of Swami Vivekanand. Raipur is also emerging as an educational hub and the only city in the country with an IIT, IIM, NIT and AIIMS. Book your tickets for Raipur to Bagdogra with cheapest flight tickets only at IndiGo.
Things to do in Raipur
Mahamaya Temple: One of the oldest temples of the city, Mahamaya temple is always crowded with devotees to seek the blessing of the Gods.
Buddha Talab: Vivekanand Sarovar or Buddha Talab is a very popular hangout place with boating facility. The lake has a 37-foot tall statue of Swami Vivekananda, which looks spectacular under the evening lights.
Tourist attractions in Raipur
Ghatarani Waterfalls: Located 85 km from Raipur, Ghatarani Waterfalls is the largest in Chhattisgarh. With its lush green scenery and breathtaking views, Ghatarani is a favourite picnic spot.
Gandhi Udyan Park: located at the heart of the city, the park is spread over natural vegetation. With the walking area of 400 m, it is an excellent place for morning and evening walks.
Places to shop in Raipur
Raipur is home for local handicraft as well as a delight for high-end shoppers. One can enjoy the high-end shopping experience in Ambuja City Mall while for the handicrafts and souvenirs one can shop in Pandri Market.
Best time to visit Raipur
As the city is located in the central part of the country, most of the year the weather is hot and humid. However, winters are pleasant and the best time to visit Raipur is from October to March.
Modes of transport in Raipur
Public transportation such as buses and auto-rickshaws are available everywhere and provide seamless intercity transportation. Taxi services are available in Raipur.
Airports in Raipur
Located 15 km from the south of Raipur, Swami Vivekananda Airport is the only international airport in Raipur. IndiGo offers more than 100 flights from Raipur to destinations like Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Delhi among others.
Address: Ramchandi, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh - 492015
IATA Code: RPR
