Our weekends must not go spoiled. Right? Especially when we have the land of fame so close to our hearts, the city of Kolkata! A plethora of names burst up in our minds when we talk of a tour to nearby places in <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/city/Kolkata" target="_blank">Kolkata</a>. Have you ever been to Santiniketan, the learning hub; Sagardwip, known for its religious significance; Navadvipa, the heritage city and a holy place of the Hindus, and the peaceful destinations of Digha, Bakkhali? Kolkata is the abode of a <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/culture-of-west-bengal" target="_blank">cultural</a>, traditional, and modern heritage mix. Words can never conclude the ends of this city.

<a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-15-places-to-visit-in-murshidabad" target="_blank">Murshidabad</a> owing to its historical backdrop, is the city that has witnessed Nawabs of the erstwhile period to the Lords of the British era. Sounding so imposing, it is actually the abode of various historical monuments that are magnificently alluring and introduces us to a distinct realm. The aura of the place is unmatched and frequented by several guests and visitors. Also, people love <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-10-shopping-places-in-kolkata" target="_blank">shopping</a> from its extensive market that offers almost everything including handicrafts and beautiful saris. In its array of things, it also encompasses brassware and bell metalware - all giving one, a unique shopping experience. 
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<li>Famous for: Silk textiles &amp; Bera Utsav&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 203 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Hazarduari Palace, Nizmat Imbambara, Footi Mosque, etc</li>
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‘The Steel City’ as called by the locals, one of the famous industrial cities in India rests in the span of the State of Jharkhand, which is also known as the ‘ Land of Forest’. You must witness the picturesque elegance of this planned city that is laden with greenery from all sides and is surrounded by hills and bordered by two rivers namely - Subarnarekha and Kharkai, giving it a unique deliverance. Taking a ride on its perpendicular roads and viewing the silvery aura adorning its landscape, emanating from its steel plants, is very obvious to be captured on our cameras. 
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<li>Famous for: Tata Steel&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: November to February&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 282 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Dimna Lake, Jubilee Park, Tata Steel Zoological Park, etc.</li>
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Have you ever been introduced to the plush city of Bokaro comprising not only beautiful man-made formations but also nature’s decent etiquette that enshields it? The city peeps through lush greenery overlapping it. As it is an industrial city where Asia’s biggest steel plant is located, visitors to this place enjoy the natural emissions from factories as they create narrow belts across the city’s landscape defining it commercially. Owing to the favours of nature, Bokaro is laden with coal-producing responsibilities in Jharkhand, as there are not many coal-producing centres in India. 
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<li>Famous for: Steel Plant &amp; Education System&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 312 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Parasnath Hills, Bokaro Steel Plant, Jawaharlal Nehru Biological Park</li>
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Have you ever visited the capital city of Orissa also dubbed as the “TEMPLE CITY” of India? <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/a-guide-to-bhubaneswar" target="_blank">Bhubaneswar</a> is a manifestation of a beautiful historical backdrop intertwined with the contemporary reign. While your exploration of the city you can sense a unique and inexplicable satisfaction. It is a land of several temples that seem to define and explain the architectural style of the Hindu temples flourishing here for ages. You must know that apart from supporting religious and historic formations, the city also helps prosper numerous businesses and thriving commerce. 
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<li>Famous for: Its temples, food &amp; festivals.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 441 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Hirakud Dam, Lingaraj Temple, Parasurameswara Temple</li>
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The name itself suggests religiousness and spirituality; Deogarh - is the cultural capital of Jharkhand. You can enjoy a trip to this religious land in the company of the locals who are very congenial and will make you reach the courtyard of one of the 12 Jyotirlinga Temples that sustains here, known as the Baidyanath Temple. Why is it frequented by the people? As devotees from several corners visit the famous Baidyanath Temple during the Shravan month as per the Hindu calendar system to perform the holy ritual of ‘Rudrabhishek’, which is popularly known to many in India. 
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<li>Famous for: Shrawan Mela&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: July to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 324 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Baidyanath Dham, Nandan Pahar, Tapovan Caves, and Hills</li>
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Every city in Orissa has its own level of exploration and rejuvenation. <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-7-things-to-do-in-cuttack" target="_blank">Cuttack</a> is one of them; also referred to as the ‘Cultural Capital of Odisha’, this city located in the hearts of Orissa will never upset you spending your weekends in Orissa's fringes. Hundreds and thousands of people visit this place generating a good economy for the State. This beautiful city consistently hosts many festivals and cultural events that you may be a part of - Baliyatra, Durga Puja, Kite Festival, etc. Each celebration is one-of-a-kind and spreads the aroma of blissfulness that people hold in their hearts here. Don’t forget to take a glance at the silver and brass works of the city, as you never know, when you are inspired to spend your pennies on these beautiful art forms. 
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<li>Famous for: Durga Puja &amp; Its silver works.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: July to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 421 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Bhitarkanika National Park &amp; Wildlife Sanctuary, Barabati Fort</li>
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Do you want to visit one of the hidden treasure troves of India? Yes, you heard it right; Ranchi, the capital city of Jharkhand is a mineral-rich city and is dappled by several parks, mountains, and waterfalls ornamenting its charm. It is not so explored city by tourists but is emerging to be one of the favourite tourist destination spots as it witnesses consistent changes being a part of the Government’s future prospects of development. Situated on the Ranchi Plateau of the Eastern Chota Nagpur Plateau, the city imposes its kindness on visitors maintaining favourable weather conditions throughout the year owing to its topology and coverage by the verdant flakes of nature in the form of dense forests and high mountains beyond which nothing can be seen. 
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<li>Famous for: Ethnic handicrafts &amp; Waterfalls&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: July to March&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 405 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Dasham Falls, Jonha Falls, Patratu Valley</li>
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Isn’t it true that sometimes we do know about the specialties of places before visiting while the rest of the time we wander in search of places imposing good connection on nature and economically satisfying our aspirations? Kolkata is a land of beauty hovered by many nearby magics too. To please thousands and thousands of visitors, one must appreciate how beautifully man nourishes his art in the shelter of nature’s panorama. Vacations to these beautiful, generous spots with family or friends recreate our minds and souls. The most striking factor of these sites is the contentment and awe that we are gifted with witnessing the appealing beauties.

Do you want to titillate the white sands of the exotic Bakkhali Beach located on one of the deltaic islands in Southern Bengal? Bakkhali may be expressed as having a beauty of its own which is amplified by the flocking crowd that gathers over here. You can try being one of them. The beach offers you a stroll of around a 7 Km stretch and contains a stunning view of the sea merging into the land. Mangrove forests accentuate the place’s beauty, being rooted near the <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/best-beaches-near-kolkata" target="_blank">beach</a>.

Traveller Information:&nbsp;
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<li>Famous for: Bakkhali Beach&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 126 Km</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Bakkhali Beach, Henry’s Island, Fraserganj Wind Park</li>
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This place holds a significant place in our books. So, we do know its specialties. Have you ever thought of planning a trip to this world-fame learning hub and exploring its unheard features? Santiniketan is a small town located in the Birbhum district of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/West-Bengal" target="_blank">West Bengal</a> and the abode of the famous poet Rabindranath Tagore, who later created Visva-Bharati University, meaning communion of the world with India. People love to visit this fame hearing of the amalgamation of incredible art and music that thrives here. You can find various imitations of paintings made by Tagore himself, available at Uttrayan Complex. 
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<li>Famous for: Visva Bharti University &amp; Traditional Accessories &amp; ornamentation&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: Mid-August to March&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 167 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Tagore’s Ashrama, Rabindra Bhaban Museum, Chattimtala</li>
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It goes by its name, ‘Sagardwip’, offering sacred epiphany to its tourists and devotees. It is an island forming a part of the <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/sundarbans-tour-package-from-kolkata" target="_blank">Sundarbans</a> group of islands. Like many, you too can subsume restlessness, all in one go, taking a holy dip in the <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/ganga-cleaning-triathlon-expedition" target="_blank">River Ganges</a>. The gratification offered by the sacred dip in its pure waters is beyond imagination. Do you know that after the popular Kumbh Mela, the Ganga Sagar fair is the second most attended fair in the world, which is celebrated on the date of Makar Sankranti every year?

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<li>Famous for: Ganga Sagar Mela&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 119 Km&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: The Sagar Beach, Kapil Muni Temple &amp; Bharat Seva Ashram</li>
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Exploring Kolkata, you will find this unspoiled beauty, near it. What makes you visit this city which is not yet marred by the urbanization impacts? Its rich heritage of <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/temples-in-kolkata" target="_blank">temples</a>, elevated by the glorious Marine Drive, and the rooted petrochemical businesses, make it a beautiful manifestation of the archaeological spectrum envisaged in nature’s embrace; the landscape remains alluring. Planners are trying to alter the landscape of the industrialized city and make it a major trade port for Kolkata.&nbsp;

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<li>Famous for: Commercialization&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 124 Km&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Mahishadal Rajbari and Goplajew Temple, Marine Drive, &amp; Muktidham Temple</li>
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Does travelling and discovering new places entice you? If so, add <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-8-places-to-visit-in-navadvipa" target="_blank">Navadvipa</a> - Mayapur(a cluster of 9 islands), to your list. Navadvipa aka the ‘Oxford of Bengal’ was once a renowned place of knowledge and wisdom. This religious and small rural expanse is interspersed with scattered forests, orchids, temples, and winding paths leading to small villages, taking you to a narrow escape from the city monotony and landing on to a new realm of rural India. 
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<li>Famous for: Rass Festival&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to March&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 124 Km&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Iskcon Temple, Radha Rani Temple, Sri Devananda Gaudiya Math, etc.&nbsp;</li>
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Plan a visit to West Bengal’s most popular tourist spot, namely - <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/coastal-trek-from-chandipur-odisha-to-new-digha-west-bengal" target="_blank">Digha</a>. A perfect destination spot for holidays. This <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/beaches-in-digha" target="_blank">beach</a> town is situated on the shores of the Bay of Bengal. So, you will always have the chance to be closer to the less saline waters of the Bay and wrap its calmness and depth to invade your senses and mess with them to the heights of your extremities. There are several places in Digha’s vicinity that are undiscovered, so, you have got plenty of time to explore and admire nature’s new and hidden jewels. 
Traveller Information:&nbsp;
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<li>Famous for: Digha Beach &amp; Marine Aquarium and Research Centre&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: July to March&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 181 Km </li>
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<li>Adventure Activities: Snorkeling at Digha Beach, <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/tours/parasailing-in-digha-beach-kolkata" target="_blank">Parasailing</a>, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Other Places to visit: New Digha Beach, Udaipur Beach, Amarabati Park, etc.</li>
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Do you want to chill in the pristine thrills of one of the integral spots of the conventional State of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/Odisha" target="_blank">Odisha</a>? The virgin beach has so much to offer: varied trees sharing greenery with the landscape, calmer waves soothingly traversing across our faces, and the sand dunes sheltering the red crabs- all together create an enthralling experience. The beach is known for the local fishermen selling cooked chicken, fish, and crabs alongside the beach; you can hop in and avail these rare privileges of life. 
Traveller Information:&nbsp;
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<li>Famous for: Red crabs and Seafood&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time: October to December&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 191 Km</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Nearby places are Digha, Shankarpur, Kolkata, etc.</li>
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Have you ever been to the place that is also called Second Puri of Odisha? Baripada in Odisha is a city where the Rath Yatra held is considered to be the biggest and oldest after <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/city/Puri" target="_blank">Puri</a>. When you are on the Kolkata tour, you can add this place located 248 Km from Kolkata to your shortlisted destinations. And owing to your beliefs, the place promises to generate a good ROI, i.e., return on investment. Do not forget to place a shopping order at this place, famous for its Bangripori ‘tusser’ fabric!

Traveller Information:&nbsp;
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<li>Famous for: Art &amp; Culture</li>
<li>Best Time: October to June</li>
<li>Distance from Kolkata: 229 Km </li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Simlipal National Park, Jwala Mukhi Temple, Chandipur Market</li>
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