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Census Town in West Bengal, India
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Jaigaon is a city in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal, India. It is a trading post for cross-border business with Bhutan. Unless you are planning to enter Bhutan or have an interest in construction material and fake branded clothes, there is no reason to visit Jaigaon.
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A traditional-style Bhutanese gate, used as a gateway between India and Bhutan.
Fast food-style cafe. Ok coffee. Snacks and pastries.
Could be a better place to have freshly cooked food, it has a very cozy homely environment.
35 rooms.
One of the better budget hotels in Jaigaon. It also has really good and cheap Indian veggie food. Some outdoor seating on the 2nd floor offers interesting views of the chaos below.
Small but comfortable rooms. All veg restsurant. Cafe.
By train
By auto
Around ₹50-60 for a shared and approx ₹250 for a reserved auto from Hasimara Station - the back of the station (cross the railway tracks). It will be slightly more expensive from the front area.
On foot
Phuentsholing is just over the border and only a gate divides the two towns.
The town is small and can be covered on foot, though an autorickshaw is recommended for the journey from the main bus terminal, which is located slightly out of town.
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