10 Reason You Must Travel To Siliguri To Explore The Best Of This City
Between trips to Gangtok, Darjeeling and other hill stations, Siliguri becomes just a junction of travel, a place to halt before you continue to your destination. The charms of Siliguri enveloped in the hustle and bustle of city life often go unnoticed. What we forget is Siliguri in itself has a very diverse cultural profile and has a variety of things to offer to the travelers.
Table of contents:
1. The ultimate weather
2. A shopaholic’s paradise
3. Delightful festivals
4. Food
5. Wildlife and forests
6. Picnic Spots
7. Education Hub
8. Easy Travel
9. Friendly locals
10. Accommodation
Here is a list of 10 reasons why you should take some time off to explore the city of Siliguri.
The ultimate weather
Siliguri has the perfect weather profile; it is the perfect amalgamation of hot and cold, where it is neither too hot in the summer season, nor too cold in the winters. Autumns and winters are the perfect time to travel to Siliguri as it never gets too cold out here and you can explore the city without having to layer on a bulk of fabrics to keep you warm.
A shopaholic’s paradise
Regardless of what style of shopping you prefer Siliguri has it all. The markets in Siliguri carry a variety of styles from ethnic, to casuals to formals. From high-end designer labels in the malls to street markets, Siliguri has it all. It is also widely popular for having several thrift shops.
Delightful festivals
Siliguri goes all out when it comes to festivals. Whether it be Durga puja, Holi, Diwali, Christmas or Eid, fairy lights light up the streets and there’s music blasting everywhere. The streets are littered with people who are out to celebrate the said festival.
Food
Inspired by all of the areas nearby Siliguri is a plethora of food culture. The street foods mainly consist of momos, chaats and rolls that are just little bites of flavour. Bengali style fish and rice is the most popular dish amongst the people.
Wildlife and forests
The outskirts of Siliguri are covered in dense forests that are home to numerous wildlife species. The Bengal Safari in Salugara and Sukna’s wildlife reserve are the most popular ones.
Picnic Spots
If you still crave the hills, Kurseong is only 45 minutes away. Similarly places like Gajaldoba, Teesta and Triveni are beautiful picnic destinations.
Education Hub
Siliguri is not only known for its travel aspects, but it is also a great place for education. The city is constantly developing on the intellectual front and is also home to the largest university in North Bengal.
Easy Travel
The abundance of local transport in the form of taxis, autos, rickshaws, buses and totos makes it incredibly easy for any individual to travel around the city. What’s more is that the fares are also very inexpensive, making travel easier.
Friendly locals
They say a place is only as good as its people. The people of Siliguri are extremely friendly and helpful. If they have the time they are always up for a nice chat and can even help you with directions.
Accommodation
Hotels in Siliguri are present all over the city. From pricey 3 star hotels to cheap motel rooms, you can find accommodation that fits your budget.
Hotel Manila is one of the best hotels in Siliguri that is located right in the heart of the city.










