Mongpong is located 30 kms from Siliguri. Mongpong is often considered to be the first step to Dooars. Situated on the lofty bank of great Tista River, Mongpong is an attractive spot offering lovely view of huge Tista basin and Mahananda Sanctuary. The beautifully built forest rest house among the tall Sal forests overlooking the Tista River is an ideal place for spending a relaxed night in the natural surroundings. The call of beetles and cricket on a pitch dark night glittered with numerous fireflies can be a real wild feeling. There is a nature recreation center on the bank of Tista - a very popular place for picnickers and day visitors.
Attractions in Mongpong:
Mongpong is a very good picnic spot. The Mahananda Wild Life Sanctuary is a must see when you are in Mongpong. The sanctuary houses wide variety of bird life like the Pintail duck, Bar-headed goose, Poachard, Brahminy duck, Mallard and others. Plus, the Teesta valley offers some breathtaking views of nature that you had somehow missed in the chaos and confusion of the city. The historical Coronation Bridge at Sevoke is also a great piece of attraction.
Places around Mongpong:
Mongpong is strategically located and serves as the gateway of Dooars. There are various scenic and picturesque spots in Dooars which are extremely popular among tourists. Some of them are Chalsa, Murti, Bindu, Jhalong, Gorumara, Chapramari, Madarihat, Holong and many more.Kalimpong, Kurseong, Lava, loleygaon are also very famous tourist spots and you can visit from here. All of these places are in the hilly area in the Darjeeling district and nearby Mongpong.
Best time to visit: From October to April.
Ideal time to visit for the bird lovers:
December-January. A large collection of Brahmini duck, Pin-tailed, poacherd, mallard, bar-headed goose comes here from the Central Asia and Ladhak.
How to reach Mongpong?
By Air: Bagdogra is the nearest airport at a distance of 40 Km.
By Railway: New Jalpaiguri is the nearest railway station at a distance of 35 Km.
By Road: All buses to the Dooars (Malbazar, Chalsa, Alipurduar) go via Mongpong. Better still is to hire a car from New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri or Bagdogra.
Accommodation:
If you want to stay at Mongpong, a Wilderness Resort is available with a limited accommodation, managed by the WBFDC. You can book your accommodation through Greenchillitourism also.
Booking place: Kolkata Or You can Book from Aliporduar
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