National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in and around Shantiniketan

Culturally rich, Shantiniketan is where the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore resided and set up the esteemed Visva-Bharati University. His legacy is respectfully preserved here.

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Things To See & Do

Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary

Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary

Protected Wildlife Habitat
Covering 200 hectares, the Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary is commonly known as the Deer Park and houses three waterbodies with a prolific bird population including parrots and woodpeckers.

1 hour

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Best Time To Visit Shantiniketan

Perfect winter destination

  • NOV-MAR

    Peak Season

  • APR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-OCT

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather throughout the day.
  • Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and the festive feel.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Basanta UtsavMarch

Barsha MangalJuly-August

MaghotsabJanuary

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National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in Shantiniketan

Known for its Heritage, Shantiniketan is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during October, November, December, January and February, Shantiniketan is a tourists’ delight. Basanta Utsav, Barsha Mangal, and Maghotsab are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (March, July-August, and January consecutively.

While July, August and September are considered moderate season, March, April, May and June are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in October, November, December, January and February you can expect pleasant weather throughout the day, whilst in the moderate season you will experience moderate rainfalls with high humidity levels. In off-season the weather here is scorching temperatures.

In Shantiniketan, tourists enjoy getting indulged in sightseeing and the festive feel in the peak season, whereas in moderate season the lush rural landscape are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy escaping the crowds.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in Shantiniketan, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Chhatimtala, Rabindra Bhavana, Khoai Sonajhuri Forest.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Shantiniketan

What are the top things to do in Shantiniketan?

Shantiniketan is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Chhatimtala, Rabindra Bhavana, and Khoai Sonajhuri Forest. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!

What are the best places to visit in Shantiniketan?

The most loved attractions in Shantiniketan are Chhatimtala, Rabindra Bhavana and Khoai Sonajhuri Forest.

How is the weather of Shantiniketan in peak season?

The weather of Shantiniketan in peak season is pleasant weather throughout the day. It means you can easily plan a trip to Shantiniketan in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.