Murti is a picturesque tourist destination and is popular among nature lovers for its seductive beauty of Hills along with greenery vegetations.
Murti- ‘Jewel of Dooars’
North Bengal is home to numerous eye-catching hills and forest destinations that serve as an ideal short escape from the humdrum of chaotic life. Murti, a small town located near the forest zones of Dooars and Gorumara, is a picturesque location with a vast expanse of tea gardens. Nestled beside the river of the same name, Murti is an iconic tourist spot along with its mesmerizing beauty and alluring ambiance.
How to Reach Murti?
- The nearest railhead is Chalsa, but all the major trains don’t have stoppage at Chalsa. So, the most convenient railhead is New Mal Junction Railway Station. From there, it will only take 45 minutes to reach Murti.
- If you are traveling by air, then the nearest airport is at Bagdogra Airport from where you can hire cars to reach Murti and it will take 2hrs to reach.
- Murti can also be reached from Siliguri or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station by hiring cars or renting cars.
Most Dazzling Places Near Murti That You Must Visit
Murti is a quaint town with lots of sightseeing places which will blow every nature lover’s mind. Among them, the most mind-boggling places are
1. Bindu
[caption id="attachment_228" align="alignnone" width="649"] Image Courtesy: dooarstrip.com/[/caption] ‘A Serene Village Of Dooars’ Perched at an elevation of 2,000 ft, Bindu is a quaint hamlet of Dooars which is famous for its cardamom plantations in North Bengal & Dooars region. Situated on the India-Bhutan border, Bindu is also the last village of West Bengal. Highlights Distance from Murti: 39.2 km Best time to Visit: November to February Nearby attractions: Dhuley Forest, Dalgaon Village, and Godak Valley
2. Jhalong
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‘Offers a glimpse of Heaven’ Jhalong is another famous tourist attraction near Murti, which must be explored by you to get the feelings of immense solitude. Sited along the riverside of Jaldhaka, Jhalong with its pictorial views and tranquil ambiance attracts many visitors traveling to Dooars. Highlights Distance from Murti: 30.5 km Best time to Visit: October to November What to see: A wide variety of birds such as Crested Kingfisher, Brown Dipper, Little Forktail, Hodgson’s Redstart etc.
3. Jaldhaka
[caption id="attachment_235" align="alignnone" width="650"] Image Courtesy: northbengaltourism.com/[/caption] ‘A steep valley with glittering river’ Located at an elevation of 1500ft, Jaldhaka is a beautiful sleepy river valley draws the attention of those visitors who looking for a secluded vacation. Surrounded by dense forests and alluring views, Jaldhaka is the perfect place to explore during your vacation. Highlights Distance from Murti: 29.3 km Best time to Visit: May to June
4. Rocky Island
[caption id="attachment_236" align="alignnone" width="650"] Image Courtesy: northbengaltourism.com/[/caption] ‘An ideal place for adventure lovers’ Situated on the banks of River Murti, Rocky Island is the new tourist destination in Dooars region. The beauty of rivers along with its surrounding dense forest will surely hypnotize you. You can enjoy some soothing experience by dipping your feet in the cold water of the river. Highlights Distance from Murti: 26.2 km Best time to Visit: Mid October to December Things to do: Trekking, Rock Climbing, and Rappelling.
5. Samsing
[caption id="attachment_74" align="alignnone" width="648"] Image Courtesy: mysticdooars.com/[/caption] ‘A Place with surreal vistas’ Bewitched by high-mountain peaks, undulated plains, dense forest, greenery tea gardens, and serene villages, Samsing has all in its stock. With its panoramic views of sparkling rivers and eye-catching mountain ranges, Samsing is a must visit tourist place that you should not miss exploring while in Dooars. Highlights Distance from Murti: 110 km Best time to Visit: October to December What to see: Grey Nightjar, Greater Racket-Tailed Drongo, Orange-bellied leaf bird etc. More places to discover near Murti
- Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
- Dhupjhora Elephant Camp
- Kalipur Eco Village
- Gorumara National Park
- Jatraprasad Watch Tower
- Rhino Observation Point
- Chandrachur Watch Tower
- Chukchuki Watch Tower
- Medhla Watch Tower
Stay in our Murti Tourist Resort for your leisure holidays near Murti River Accommodation is the first thing that comes into everyone’s mind, whenever you are planning a holiday trip. Resort Trimurti is one of the best hotel near Murti riverwith modern amenitiesto keep you pampered. Popular FAQs Q. What is the best restaurant in Murti? A. The best restaurant in Murti is Monalisa Restaurant, where you will get the most lip-smacking dishes. Q. What should we remember during our Murti trip? A. There are some points you should remember during your Murti trip-
- Do not tease any wild animal during your jungle safari.
- Please keep the forest clean. Do not litter with plastic, paper, water bottles etc.
- Listen to your driver. He would be the best companion cum guide.
