Bagdogra is a quaint little settlement located in Siliguri, Darjeeling district, in the state of West Bengal. The total area of this settlement is 10 sq. km and it is sprawled across the foothills of the Himalayas.
Every year, thousands of tourists make a beeline to Bagdogra due to its prominent connectivity to other hill stations and also to the other metropolitan cities of India. With its tea gardens, adventure sports, and lush green landscape, Bagdogra is certainly one of the underrated tourist destinations of the North East.
Things to do in Bagdogra
If you are looking for a scenic nature getaway, Bagdogra is the place to be at.
One can indulge in the sport of river rafting, take a bike trip, trek or visit a wildlife park. Or, one can enjoy a laid back vacation by booking a villa, visiting tea gardens, and experiencing the Bengali hospitality.
Tourist attractions in Bagdogra
When in Bagdogra, tourists can choose to rent a vehicle and explore the scenery on their own or join a guided one day group tour. Some of the popular tourist destinations in Bagdogra are The Himalaya World museum, Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Jore Pokhri Wildlife Sanctuary, North Bengal Science Center, and the Khordong Byangter Monastery.
Places to shop in Bagdogra
If you are looking for knick-knacks or a souvenir for your trip and are keen to explore the street market, then Bagdogra Market is the place to be at. Be it accessories, clothes, jewellery, souvenirs, gift items, or antiques, you are sure to find a shop for it at the market.
Best time to visit Bagdogra
Bagdogra is best enjoyed during the winter season starting from November and lasting till February. When the rainy clouds are not hovering around the peaks, you can enjoy views from mountain peaks, ride along the scenery or go for river rafting in the pleasant winter weather.
Modes of transport
The airport at Bagdogra is well connected to other parts of India. In terms of roadways, Bagdogra is connected with two national and one Asian highway. Taxis are a popular choice among tourists to commute within the city.
Weather in Bagdogra
The weather in Bagdogra is quite pleasant all around the year, with the average temperature being around 26°C. The hottest month of the year is August with a temperature around 28°C. January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 16°C.
Airport in Bagdogra
IndiGo offers a range of non-stop and one-stop domestic flights to and from the Bagdogra airport (IATA: IXB). To get a complete list of cities connected via Bagdogra and their schedules, visit goIndiGo.in.