Exploring the Untamed Beauty of Dooars: A Gateway to Bengal’s Wild Side
The Dooars region (also spelled Doors ) in North Bengal is a lush, scenic gateway to the eastern Himalayas, famous for its tea gardens, dense forests, rivers, and wildlife . It lies in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas and borders Bhutan and Assam. Here are the best tourist places in Dooars : 🐘 1. Gorumara National Park Famous for: Indian one-horned rhino, elephants, bison, jungle safaris Activities: Jeep safari, elephant safari (limited), watchtowers like Jatraprasad, Rhino Point Best stay: Lataguri, Murti (eco-resorts, forest lodges) 🦁 2. Jaldapara National Park Famous for: One-horned rhinos, elephants, leopards, birdwatching Activities: Elephant safari (early morning), jeep safari Nearby: Totopara (tribal village), South Khayerbari (leopard rescue centre) 🌿 3. Buxa Tiger Reserve Attractions: Buxa Fort trek, Jayanti River, Sinchula trek, Lepchakha viewpoint Best for: Offbeat forest lovers, trekkers Base: Alipurduar or Jayanti 🏞️ 4. Chilap...