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Hooghly is a district that is located in the state of West Bengal and it has been named after the Hooghly River. The district consists of places such as Serampur, Arambag, Chinsura Sadar and Chandranagar. The region has many places of tourist interest and scores of people travel to the place. The region has been ruled by the Portuguese and then subsequently by the British and there are several places of historical interest that are located here. Antpur is located around 62 kilometers from the city of Kolkata and this place is famous for its many 18th century temples. These were built by local rulers and this is a must see place, while travelling to the region. Radha Govinda Temple was built in terracotta and you can see numerous murals and wall paintings in the place. Bansberia is a small town that is located in the district and the place is famous for the Hanseswari and Vasudeva Temples. The Hanseswari temple was built in a unique architectural style and it has 13 pillars and they each end in a lotus. Kamarpukur and Tarakeshwar are other places that are worth visiting. Imambara is a famous place and it contains many motif inlays and carvings. The climate of the entire Hooghly district is primarily the same and you can expect seasonal variations in temperature. Summers are hot and humid and the region can be uncomfortable during this period. Monsoons are usually long the threat of rainfall is constant. Humidity also increases during the monsoon season. Winters are cool and this is the best season to travel to the place. Light winter clothing is required as the nights can be chilly.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 712201

STD Code: 3212

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Hooghly district is one of the districts of the state of West Bengal in India. It can alternatively be spelt Hoogli or Hugli. The district is named after the Hooghly River.Hooghly town was a river port in the fifteenth century. The first European to reach this area was the Portuguese sailor Vasco-da-gama. In 1536 Portuguese traders got a permit from Sultan Mahmud Shah to trade in this area. In those days the Hooghly River was the main way for transportation and Hooghly served as an excellent trading port. Within a few decades the town of Hooghly turned into a major commercial center and the largest port in Bengal.

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By Air : The Hooghly region does not possess an airport. The nearest airport is located outside the city of Kolkata. The Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Airport is an international one and excellent connectivity to many places across the country. The place receives flights from the cities of Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Ahmadabad, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Itanagar, Agartala, and Ranchi amongst others. Several international operators offer flights from places such as Dubai, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Frankfurt. Taxis can be hired at the airport and these are the best option to travel to the region.

By Train : The district has a few railway stations at places such as Bandel, Kamarakundu, Seoraphuli and Dankuni. The Hooghly station is well connected to the city of Howrah as well. Trains are generally affordable and they are the best all round option. Tier Two tickets from Howrah to Bandel cost around Rs 300.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hindu Hotel ; Grand Trunk Rd Hooghly-Chinsurah, West Bengal ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Renu Hotel & Resturant ;  Jyotish Chandra Ghosh Sarani Hooghly-Chinsurah, West Bengal. ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Welcome Restaurant ;  Netaji Subhash Rd,Hooghly-Chinsurah, West Bengal ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Durga Puja ; Venue:  Hooghly ; Period :  October ; Details:  Durga PujaThe most popular festival celebrated in Hooghly . All the people come out in the streets and celebrate this almost weeklong festival.

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