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Animal sanctuary in West Bengal, India
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Bibhutibhushan Wildlife Sanctuary (বিভূতিভূষণ অভয়ারণ্য Bibhūtibhūshon Obhayāroṇyo), also known as the Parmadan Forest (পারমাদন Pārmādon), is a popular picnic spot in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. It is considered a beautiful place for spending a fun-filled weekend trip. The beautiful Ichhamati River flows through this 92-hectare sanctuary and is a haven for a healthy population of nearly 250 deer.
Booking has to be made in advance. Contact: Divisional Forest Officer, North 24-Paraganas Division, P.O. Barasat, Dist. North 24-Paraganas
By train
Go to Bangaon or Ranaghat from Kolkata (Sealdah railway station) by train and then take the bus to Naldugari.
By car
Drive along State Highway 3 to reach Naldugari via Duttafulia.
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