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District in West Bengal, India
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Jalpaiguri (জলপাইগুড়ি Jolpāiguṛi) is one of the largest districts of North Bengal, between the Himalayas and the Teesta River (তিস্তা Tistā).
By train
Jalpaiguri is well connected to all regions of India through the wide network of railways. There are many railway stations in the region providing easy mobility.
By car
Road travel is efficient in Jalpaiguri. There are many highways connecting the region to different parts of the country. Most road networks to North-Eastern India pass through this region.
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Jalpaiguri (জলপাইগুড়ি Jolpāiguṛi), a small city on the Teesta River in North Bengal, is a twin of the larger city Siliguri.
Gajoldoba (গজলডোবা Gojolḍōbā), a small village on the Teesta River in North Bengal, is a paradise for birdwatchers and a secondary tourist hub of North Bengal.
Malbazar is a small city that serves as a hub for travellers visiting the Dooars of West Bengal.
Maynaguri (ময়নাগুড়ি Moynāguṛi) is a twin of Jalpaiguri, across the Teesta River in North Bengal.
Gorumara National Park (গরুমারা Gorumārā) is a national park in the Dooars of West Bengal.
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