Siliguri: The Land of Many Festivals
Siliguri, India is an enchanting city located in the arrays of Mahananda River in the bases of the Himalayas. Pertinently termed as the gateway of North East India, it is the transportation metropolis to the lofty Himalayan ranges within India and also to its neighboring countries. The city is well known for its tea plantations, timber and tourism. Tourists can reach Siliguri through the Bagdora International Airport (IXB) or the Bhadrapur Airport (BDP).
Best Time to Visit
Due to its location, Siliguri, India experiences three kinds of seasons – summer, monsoon and winter. A great time to visit is from October to December and February to March. The summer season in Siliguri is not very punitive, with the temperature not exceeding 38 degrees Celsius. Most of the tourists prefer visiting the place during this season. Some of the major festivals celebrated in Siliguri include Durga Puja (October), Ganesh Puja (September), Chhath Puja (November), Laxmi Puja (October) Diwali (October) and Saraswati Puja (February). If you want to witness first-hand their festivals, you should make your Siliguri, India hotel bookings during those months.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When you are in Siliguri, you should certainly take a stroll down the impressive Tea Gardens. There you can watch the workers sow, reap and harvest depending on the season. You can taste some delightful tea at the estates after taking a tour in the garden and also purchase some to bring back home if you want. If you are a football fan, you can watch some football match (if there is) at the Kanchenjunga Stadium. You can stay at Lemon Tree Hotel Siliguri or the Royal Sarovar Portico while having your getaway at Siliguri, India.