Tajpur
About Tajpur
Far From City: 104 kms from city center
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About Tajpur
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Open Time:Day time
Cost:No entry fee
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Best time to visit Tajpur
The ideal time to visit Tajpur is during winters as the months from November until February are perfect to enjoy the warmth of the beach with the sun not being uncomfortable or humid.
How to Reach Tajpur
Air:Nearest airport is at Kolkata which is 180 km from Tajpur and is well connected by road. You can easily hail a cab till Tajpur.
Rail:The nearest railhead is at Contai from where you can get an auto rickshaw till Tajpur. The other major railway station near Tajpur is Ramnagar in the Howrah-Digha railways.
Road:The most convenient way of reaching Tajpur is from Kolkata, via the Vidyasagar Setu, Kona Expressway. There is a right turn to Contai from Nandakumar. While on the Kolkata-Digha highway, look out for Balisai from where the left side village road connects to Tajpur.
Where to Stay
Tajpur doesn't have much to offer for accommodation. Therefore, it will be better to seek shelter in Mandarmani or Shankarpur which are more developed tourist destinations with wider options.
Sightseeing in Tajpur
Apart from the beach, one might want to visit the fishermen villages in the area.
Activities in Tajpur
One can enjoy swimming and even paragliding at the beach during the peak seasons.
Shopping in Tajpur
Shop for the best quality fish and sea food at the beach itself.
The Tajpur Experience
Tajpur is extremely secluded and has fishermen village nearby where one can experience the lives of these coastal fishermen. Also being secluded allows you to have a lot more fun then is possible in a crowded beach.
Tajpur's Cuisine
Try getting your hands on some delicious crabs and hilsa fish along with other sea food.
Best Restaurants Nearby
Sagarkinare hotel and Tajpur Retreat
Itinerary
The beach is best seen as a day stopover while you travel between the major cities of the state. Reach Mandarmani via Kolkata. Follow it with a day in Tajpur and head towards Shankarpur.
Tips
Carry food and water bottles as there are a limited number of food joints in Tajpur.
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