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Dinhata
Dinhata, a town in North Bengal, is famous for the historical Gosanimari, which was the capital of Kamata and Khen dynasties.
Dinhata at a Glance
Why Dinhata?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Rajpat
- Kamteswari Temple
- Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple
Dinhata at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Rajpat: Ruins of the palace of Khen rulers dated to the 14th-15th century CE. Excavations have surfaced many artefacts.
- Kamteswari Temple: There have been various opinions about who built the temple because both the Khen and the Koch dynasties were worshippers of the goddess Kamteswari.
- Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple: A holy Hindu temple dedicated to the gods Krishna and Balaram.
Things to Do
- Mahamaya Cinema: A great place to watch movies. Mostly Hindi and Bengali movies are aired.
- New Beltala Park: A nice open ground surrounded by long trees.
- Ful Dighi Park: Great place for morning walk. It has a boating dock with a descent sized pond.
- Apurba Park: A great park near the famous Balaram temple.
- Kamal Guha Memorial park: A park for children in commemoration of Kamal Guha.
- Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple: A holy Hindu temple dedicated to the gods Krishna and Balaram.
Sightseeing Places
- Rajpat: Ruins of the palace of Khen rulers dated to the 14th-15th century CE. Excavations have surfaced many artefacts.
- Kamteswari Temple: There have been various opinions about who built the temple because both the Khen and the Koch dynasties were worshippers of the goddess Kamteswari.
- Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple: A holy Hindu temple dedicated to the gods Krishna and Balaram.
Temples
- Kamteswari Temple: There have been various opinions about who built the temple because both the Khen and the Koch dynasties were worshippers of the goddess Kamteswari.
- Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple: A holy Hindu temple dedicated to the gods Krishna and Balaram.
Places That Define Dinhata
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Rajpat
Ruins of the palace of Khen rulers dated to the 14th-15th century CE. Excavations have surfaced many artefacts.
Kamteswari Temple
There have been various opinions about who built the temple because both the Khen and the Koch dynasties were worshippers of the goddess Kamteswari.
Dinhata Madan Mohan Temple
A holy Hindu temple dedicated to the gods Krishna and Balaram.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- 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 Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 129 km from Dinhata.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Dinhata railway station, about 1 km from central Dinhata.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Dinhata (Apr, May, Jun) averages 23–30°C with about 396 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Dinhata (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 355 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Dinhata (Oct, Nov) averages 21–29°C with about 116 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Dinhata (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 2 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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Planning Guide
- Overview: Dinhata, a town in North Bengal, is famous for the historical Gosanimari, which was the capital of Kamata and Khen dynasties.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Utsab Hotel, Bharati Bhawan & Lodge and Mataji's Palace.
- Best Way To Explore: Getting around the city in a busy day can be quite hectic. There are E- Rickshaws, public transportation like bus and rental cars.
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Significance
Dinhata, a town in North Bengal, is famous for the historical Gosanimari, which was the capital of Kamata and Khen dynasties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dinhata 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 June (average high 32°C) and the wettest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 129 km away. The nearest railway station is Dinhata railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Rajpat, Kamteswari Temple and Dinhata Madan Mohan 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 23°C to 32°C over the year, with about 2647 mm of rain in total.
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