West Bengal · 5 destinations & hidden spots
Purulia & Ayodhya Hills
An eastern extension of the Chota Nagpur Plateau, Ayodhya Hills reaches an elevation of 610 meters above sea level. Deeply rooted in Ramayana mythology where Lord Rama and Sita are said to have stayed during exile, the hill features Mayur Pahar (Peacock Hill) viewpoint and Upper Dam panoramic reservoir.
Hidden Gem
Purulia & Ayodhya Hills
Hidden deep within the Ayodhya Hill forest, Bamni Falls is a perennial multi-tiered waterfall cascading dramatically over massive granite boulders. A trek descending several hundred rock-cut steps through dense sal and mahua groves leads to natural pools at the foot of the gorge.
Hidden Gem
Purulia & Ayodhya Hills
Turga Falls is famous for its crystalline water that pours over rugged granite formations into a secluded forest stream. Nearby lies the Turga Dam and reservoir, providing a tranquil picnic spot framed by forested hill slopes.
Hidden Gem
Purulia & Ayodhya Hills
Nestled at the foothills of Ayodhya Hills, Charida is a unique craft village where over 300 families of master artisans have hand-crafted the elaborate paper-mâché, clay, and feather-studded masks used in Purulia's UNESCO-recognized martial Chhau dance for over 150 years.
Hidden Gem
Purulia & Ayodhya Hills
Rising precipitously near Adra in Purulia, Joychandi Pahar consists of three granite monolith peaks with an ancient Chandi Mata temple at the summit reached via 500 rock steps. Celebrated as the filming location for Satyajit Ray's classic film, it is also a premier rock-climbing base in eastern India.