Asanboni

Asanboni is a wonderful weekend destination in the state of Jharkhand. The

place is calm and serene, situated at the foothills of Dalma hill. One can
reach the top of the hill by car. From the hill top, the scenery of the
surrounding places look amazing. The prime attraction of Asanboni is the
Chandil Dam standing on the Subarnarekha River. There is boating facility
here. From Asanboni you can also visit Tatanagar and see the Jubilee Park,
Dimna Lake and, of course, India's first steel factory. The scenic beauty of
Dimna Lake is unmatched. Asanboni is a perfect place to spend 2-3 days
away from the hustle and bustle of city life. You can also visit Galudih
and Netarhat if you have time.

HOW TO REACH
You can reach Tatanagar from Howrah by train. Asanboni is 17 km from here.
You can reach there by hired car. Charges around Rs. 550-600.
ACCOMMODATION
Hill View Resort, Tariff - Rs. 1250-2250. Tel: 9831095234
Tenth Mile Stone Resort, Tariff - Rs. 1500-2200. Tel: 9830203973
You can also consider staying at hotels in Tatanagar.
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Bakkhali
Bakkhali is a popular tourist spot. It is located at a distance of 130 km from
Kolkata. The high rolling waves, pine forests, red crabs all make Bakkhali an
ideal spot for weekend tour. You can see Crocodile Project and Deer park.

Some of the other sightseeings near Bakkhali are Henry's Island, Jambu
Dwip, Sagar Island and Fraserganj. The town of Fraserganj is named after
Andrew Fraser who in the 1900s tried to build the area into a resort but he
couldnt do that as the waves frequently washed the constructions.
HOW TO REACH
You can catch local train from Sealdah and reach Kakdwip via Laxmikantapur.
Then you have to go to Namkhana from Kakdwip. At Namkhana you have to
cross a river and then you can get bus or trekker to reach Bakkhali 25 km
from here.

ACCOMMODATION
WBTDC Bakkhali Tourist Lodge, Tel: (03210) 225260, Tariff - Double Bed Rs.
1800.
Hotel Ananya, Tel: 9433253460. Tariff - Double Bed Rs. 700-1200.
Hotel Sangam, Tel: (03210) 225502. Tariff - Double Bed Rs. 500-1200.
Hotel Sea View. Tel: (03210) 225282. Tariff - Double bed Rs. 350.
Hotel Dolphin. Tariff - Double bed Rs. 400-1200.
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