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Basirhat
Basirhat is a city in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. Along the banks of the Ichamati River and close to the Bangladesh border, the city is famous widely for its Durga Puja.
Basirhat at a Glance
Why Basirhat?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Lake Terrace
- Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple
Basirhat at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Lake Terrace: Lake Terrace is a neighborhood of the city of Basirhat in the Basirhat subdivision of North 24 Parganas district. It is a prominent residential locality.
- Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple: Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple, locally known as Sangrampur Kalibari, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, situated in Sangrampur, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India.
Sightseeing Places
- Lake Terrace: Lake Terrace is a neighborhood of the city of Basirhat in the Basirhat subdivision of North 24 Parganas district. It is a prominent residential locality.
- Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple: Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple, locally known as Sangrampur Kalibari, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, situated in Sangrampur, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India.
Temples
- Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple: Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple, locally known as Sangrampur Kalibari, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, situated in Sangrampur, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India.
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Lake Terrace
Lake Terrace is a neighborhood of the city of Basirhat in the Basirhat subdivision of North 24 Parganas district. It is a prominent residential locality.
Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple
Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple, locally known as Sangrampur Kalibari, is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, situated in Sangrampur, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 43 km from Basirhat.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Basirhat railway station, about 1 km from central Basirhat.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Basirhat (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–33°C with about 154 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Basirhat (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–31°C with about 359 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Basirhat (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 79 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Basirhat (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 14–26°C with about 1 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C.
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History
- Summary: Basirhat is a city in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. Along the banks of the Ichamati River and close to the Bangladesh border, the city is famous widely for its Durga Puja.
- Overview: Basirhat is a city in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. Along the banks of the Ichamati River and close to the Bangladesh border, the city is famous widely for its Durga Puja.
- Ancient History: According to different historians, there are various sources of the name of Basirhat. At the time of formation of the sub-division, the place of administrative work was Bagundi village in present Soladana on the banks of Ichamati river. Bagundi was chosen by the East India Company as the center of the salt trade and the 'Salt Superintendent' office was established there. Salt was made from the saline water of Ichamati.
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- Overview: Basirhat is a city in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. Along the banks of the Ichamati River and close to the Bangladesh border, the city is famous widely for its Durga Puja.
- Best Way To Explore: You can explore most areas by bike taxis, e-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, or simply on foot. For nearby villages, electric rickshaws and local rickshaw vans are available.
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Significance
According to different historians, there are various sources of the name of Basirhat. At the time of formation of the sub-division, the place of administrative work was Bagundi village in present Soladana on the banks of Ichamati river.
Spiritual Significance
According to different historians, there are various sources of the name of Basirhat. At the time of formation of the sub-division, the place of administrative work was Bagundi village in present Soladana on the banks of Ichamati river.
Pilgrimage Traditions
The city serves as an administrative and educational hub in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Basirhat is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 34°C) and the wettest months are March, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 43 km away. The nearest railway station is Basirhat railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Lake Terrace and Basirhat Dakshina Kali Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 34°C over the year, with about 1827 mm of rain in total.
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