Created Date: 16 June 2015

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Guide includes:About destination | Top things to do | Best accommodations | Travelling tips | Best time to visit

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About Purulia
Purulia is a tropical district of West Bengal, which lies in the westernmost region of the state.
Spread over an area of 6,259 sq km, the district shares its boundary with Bankura, Paschim
Medinipur, Bardhaman, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Ranchi, West Singhbhum and East Singhbhum
districts. This westernmost district of West Bengal provides access to the industrial belts of
West Bengal.

Purulia is identified as one of the 16 Mahajanapadas in the Jaina Bhagavati-Sutra of circa 5th
century AD. Besides, the region was a part of Vajra-bhumi in ancient times. After obtaining
Diwani of Bengal, the Jungle Mahals District was formed in 1805 as per Regulation XVIIII.

The district was bifurcated in 1833, called Manbhum, the headquarters of which was transferred
to Purulia in 1838. Later in 1956, the Manbhum District was partitioned as per the States
Reorganisation Act and West Bengal (Transfer of Territories) Act 1956, during which Purulia
District was formed.

Over the years, the district has become a popular tourist destination surrounded by the forests
of Ayodhya, Matha and Kuilapal. The prominent attractions of the district are the tribal habitat in
Ajodhya Hills and the heritage testaments like Panchakot Raj Place.

The spiritual centres such as Sharisha Ramkrishna Mission Ashram and Dharmaraj Temple are
situated in the vicinity of the district headquarters. Adventure enthusiasts have an opportunity to
trek on the range of Matha, Pakhi Pahar and Joychandi Pahar.

Biswa Karma Puja, Christmas, Durga Puja, Id - Ul - Fitr, Kali Puja, Laxmi Puja and Saraswati
Puja are some of the festivals celebrated throughout the district. The famous folk dance of the
destination is Chhou which is accompanied with the beats of dhol and dhumsaa. Jhumur song
is the popular folk song of Purulia. Shiva and Shakti are the foremost deities worshipped in the
religious rituals.

Purulia is located in proximity to Kolkata. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport of
Kolkata serves as the nearest airport to the destination. Trains are available from Howrah
Railway Station to the destination. Moreover, state and private buses render services from
various cities of the country.

As the summer months are extremely hot and humid, the ideal time to visit Purulia is between
October and March. The weather during these months is cool and pleasant for exploring the
destination.
Information
State: West Bengal
Famous for/as: Heritage

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Top attractions in Purulia recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers
1 Ayodhya Hill
Type: Hill
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 6
Ratings: 6.25/7 (2 Reviews)
"you must go to ajodha pahar for a tour its a natural beauty. its grate we purulians are proud of
it. its best at winter 1000 ft with natural things. 3 damps bamri falls you must go to ajodha once
greeeeet experience you must go there to live..." - Nilotpal Banerjee, Adra, Feb 12, 2015
2 Joychandi Pahar
Type: Mountain
Entry: Free
Ranked: 2 Of 6
Ratings: 5.83/7 (2 Reviews)
"Small hill. Stairs to ascend about 400 nos.On the top there is a temple dedicated to Lord
Shiva.The panoramic view of the town and temple like Joychandi Railway Stn. is visible. " -
Prabir Ray chaudhury, Kolkata, 2 months ago
3 Para
Type: Village
Entry: Free
Ranked: 3 Of 6

Saheb Bandh
4

Type: Lake
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 6
Cheliama
5

Type: Historic Place

Entry: Free
Ranked: 5 Of 6
Deulghat
6

Type: Place Of Worship

Entry: Free
Ranked: 6 Of 6

Popular hotels in Purulia recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1 Garpanchkot Resort
Price: Rs. 900 - 1,500
Ranked:
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 Ranked: 1 Of 19
Ratings: 5.34/7 (11 Reviews)
Address: Panchakot Hill,
Near Panchet Dam,
Panchakot,
Phone: 33-22370060
Website: Www.wbfdc.com
"If you want to go to a holiday with a budget cost and want a serene place near
the hilss do take a visit to "GARPONCHKOT". The old debris will be found there
and magnificent hill side resort offered by WB Tourism Deptt. / Hotel rooms are
nice..." - Arijit Majumdar, , 1 week ago
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2 Palashbari Ecological Resort
Price: Rs. Upto 800
Ranked: 2 Of 19
Ratings: 4.75/7 (2 Reviews)
Phone: 9831507644
Website: Www.palashbari.com
"This Is one of the Best Hotel in Purulia . It is situated very close to nature Very
good Service.The Food quality is ok not so good . Last week me and one of my
friend stay here. We never come this hotel..." - Radhum , Kolkata, Sep 13,
2014
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3 Hotel Kunal
Price: Rs. 400 - 500
Ranked: 3 Of 19
Ratings: 5.83/7 (1 Reviews)
Address: Kunal Complex B T Sarkar Road, Near Bus Stand
Purulia Railway Station
Purulia
Phone: 03252-226303
"Anything I want to say is less for this hotel will be less, this is just an excellent
hotel in purulia. It is the one of the cleanest hotel in west bengal. All facilities of
this hotel are very very good. Quality of room atmosphere and food is..." -
Rajdeep Dutt, Durgapur, 2 months ago
Read 1 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
4 Akash Hotel
Price: Rs. 400 - 1,600
Ranked:
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 Ranked: 4 Of 19
Ratings: 5.17/7 (12 Reviews)
Address: B. T. Sarkar Road
Purulia
Phone: 03252-224535
"Being a student of Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith Purulia,I had to go Purulia
for several times and stayed in this hotel for 4-5 times.Excellent staff
behaviour,nice room service.Food is little expensive but excellent.You can go
Ayodha pahar which..." - Kishor Mondal, , 3 weeks ago
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5 Mahamaya Lodge
Price: Rs. Upto 200
Ranked: 5 Of 19
Ratings: 5/7 (1 Reviews)
Phone: 9800792912
"The name of the hotel where I stay is Mahamaya Lodge. It is just 1/2 minutes
walking distance from Purulia Rail Station. The lodge now has six rooms , each
has attached bathroom. The conditions of the rooms is average, no hot water
facility..." - Tanmay pramanik , , Feb 1, 2014
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6 Raj Hotel
Price: Rs. 400 - 850
Ranked: 6 Of 19
Ratings: 5.08/7 (2 Reviews)
Address: Ranchi Road
Purulia
West Bengal
Phone: 03252-227574
"It is a good hotel... Foods are helthty ... All things available... I visit.it again... It is
in good place.. And in the city.. I referred my friends to visit... Thanks..... My self
arnab ... We want this type of hotel more .. Where we go..." - Sukanta
Pathak, Bankura, 2 months ago
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7 Nature Resort
Price: Rs. 800 - 1,200
Ranked: 7 Of 19
Ratings: 4.8/7 (4 Reviews)
Address: Bagmara

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 Purulia
West Bengal
Phone: 9434246516
"Nature Resort was fine and location was nice. Overall experience was
average." - Santanu Basak, Kolkata, Dec 24, 2012
Read 4 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
8 Mayur Hotel
Price: Rs. 500 - 800
Ranked: 8 Of 19
Ratings: 5.42/7 (4 Reviews)
Address: Ranchi Road
Purulia Bus Stand
Purulia
Phone: 03252-223364
"I ws a student of Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith Purulia,being a student i had
many opportunities to visit Purulia.This hotel is one of the best hotel in Purulia
town.It is near Saheb bandh and science museum Purulia.There is a large
parking..." - Kishor Mondal, , 3 weeks ago
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9 Atithi Lodge
Price: Rs. 300 - 500
Ranked: 9 Of 19
Phone: 9002973738

10 Biswa Madhuri Lodge

Price: Rs. 250 - 750
Ranked: 10 Of 19
Phone: 9800517189

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