Purulia tour package 2023

The Murugama Dam is constructed on the Saharajhore River, the tributary of the Kangsabati River in West Bengal, India.

The dam lies in the foothills of Ajodhya hill, Purulia District of West Bengal. This area is inhabited by tribal people, especially the Santal community. Nestled in the heart of the dense forest this place happens to be a popular tourist spot. Our Ajodhya Hill tour package includes sightseeing of this beautiful place.

Our Ajodhya hill tour to Mayur Hill can bring immense joy to your soul. The spectacular view of the whole Ajodhya hills is everything you have craved for.

Yogini Cave located in the deep forest has been associated with several mythological stories. Myth has it that when Sati (the incarnation of goddess Durga) died, her soul stayed inside this cave before she was reborn as Parvati and finally tied the knot with Lord Shiva.

To guard her against her the demon Shukra, who would often come to harm her in the disguise of snakes, Lord Shiva remained in disguise as a ‘Mayur’ (peacock) near the cave. Due to this incident, the mountain got its name ‘Mayur Pahar'.

This is one of the most beautiful visiting places in Purulia. It lies on the way to Baghmundi from Ayodhya. It lies close to the village of Barria. The waterfall lies around 500 steps down the main road, away from the hustle and bustle of town. The steps are made of concrete halfway down the road.

The falls, cascading down the mountain bifurcates into two different streams, looking like a twin fall at the midway. If you walk down the bottom of the midway fall, you will enjoy a great view.

Scattered with boulders and surrounded by forest, this place has a wild beauty. One can sit on the big boulders and relax for a while. However stones being slippery, one must be very careful. Further down the midway, there is no concrete carpet, the steps gradually change into big rocks and mud. The path unwinds into green bushes while moving down the path, it gives a unique experience like trekking in the Jungle. The steps being slippery and narrow, elderly people are advised not to visit this fall.

When you finally reach the very bottom of the magnificent fall, you will see how water flowing down from the top strikes at the very bottom, creating a magical beauty. A partial view of the lower dam can be seen. Sit here for a while enjoying the purity of nature, the roar of this magnificent fall, the quietness of the forest.

It is advised to carry some water with you, as you can get thirsty while descending and ascending the pathway. However, make sure you don’t litter plastic water bottles and hamper the ecosystem there.

It is one of the famous Historical places of Purulia, it is almost 60 km away from Purulia town. The ruins of Panchakote Palace have been a witness of the infamous Bargi attack during the 18th Century.

Garh Panchakot is a hidden gem. The history of this place dates back to 90 AD. It is situated by Panchet Lake along the slopes of Panchet Hill in the Purulia district of West Bengal.

The Rajas of Panchkot were the Singh Deo dynasty. The city holds the sole testimony of history. It has witnessed a lot.

Bargi's attack had reduced this city to ruins. During the attack king’s guards were killed. They destroyed and plundered the palace. It is said that all 17 wives of the king chose to commit suicide in the nearby well during the attack. Garh Panchkot is laid into ruins since then This place is isolated from the original town.

Apart from the occasional chirping of a bird, the silence here is profound. Being an Ancient historical heritage, this place is a part of our Purulia tour plan.

It is said that Damodar Sekhar established Panchkot Raj probably during the early 90 AD along with the help of Sardars of Jhalda. Eventually, he expanded his kingdom over several other Parganas.

The main five (Panch) Clans(that) of the kingdom is called Panchkhot. Panchkot is also called Panchet, it was originally a part of ancient Kindom named Raj chakla Panchkot. Panchakot Raj was probably a part of the Tilakampa Kingdom. Telkupi was the capital of Tilakampa Kingdom at that time.

A village under Raghunathpur police station at Garpanchkot ( Garh Panchkot ), drowned with the construction of Panchet Dam. The temples here have unique architectural styles. One of them is 'Pancharatna' others like 'Jor-Bangla' type and more than one 'Pirha' type temples made of stone are found here.

The Pancharatna temple holds the exotic beauty of pre-Islamic period Terracotta work, crafted on its arches and pillars. About 500 meters away from the Garhp anchkot, upward towards the hill, lies a perennial spring called ‘Dhara’.It is channeled through a ‘cow mouth’ made of stone.

This lake is also called Blue Dam or Patal Dam because of the blue waters of the lake. The serene blue waters give you a fresh feel like the blue waters of the Mediterranean.

During the construction of the 4th largest hydroelectric power project, the surrounding hills were blasted, it was at this time this beautiful lake got discovered. The water gushing out from underground probably gave rise to this lake. With the help of local authorities of the Purulia district administration, this lake is attracting tourists slowly.

This place resembles the dragon hills of Africa in many ways. This picturesque beauty of his place is enhanced by the wild forest around it. Every year during the rainy season, this water body gets filled with water again. This place has emerged as a great tourist place. It is one of the most beautiful visiting places in Purulia. However because of less crowd here, one can enjoy the peaceful serene beauty of nature.

Sita Kund is located in Bagandi Village of Ayodhya. This place has a rustic ambiance. Being surrounded by dense forest and crystal clear water bodies with lotus floating on them, this place is included in our Ajodhya Pahar tour package.

According to Hindu mythology, while Rama and Sita came to stay in Ayodhya Hills during their exile, Sita felt thirsty which made Ram pierce an arrow through the earth's crust, therefore fresh water gushes out. Therefore this place is named Sita Kund. Local people of Ayodhya hill arrange for wild animal hunting on the day of the full moon during Baisakhi.

Murra Buru Hill or Pakhi Pahar is an 800 feet high hill, famous for its exotic beauty and rock paintings. Shri Chitta Dey and his team, have sculpted nearly 60 images of birds on the rock face, the work is still ongoing. According to Chitta Dey, hills are not a lifeless geographical phenomenon. They are much like a living being, that inspires one to create art. For the past 20 years, he has been sculpting beautiful images of birds on the Ayodhya Hills, giving it the name of Pakhi Pahar (means Bird Hill in Bengali), and transforming it into one bas relief.

Pakhi Pahar is a great spot for bird watching and it is the natural habitat of peacocks. The dense forest around it is home to wild leopards, deers, and wild boars. Many rock climbing enthusiasts visit this place. This lies among the topmost visiting places in Purulia.

Baranti Lake is surrounded by hills and forested by thick vegetation. This is a famous picnic spot This place is known for its calm environment and peaceful atmosphere. Many migratory birds come to this lake in winter.This small quiet place is known for its scenic beauty.

A 1 km long dam lies between Baranti hills and Muradi hills. The Ramchandrapur irrigation project lies near Baranti. It is a part of the Rarh countryside. This place is perfect for a winter visit. Baranti is a small tribal village in Santuri (Raghunathpur subdivision of the Purulia district of West Bengal). It lies close to Baranti lake. This is a quiet tourist spot.

The baranti dam has given rise to a beautiful lake which is full of delicious fishes. So it is an ideal place for fishing. The sunrise and sunset here are breathtaking. Many migratory birds visit this place. The water of the Muradhi Dam located here is used for irrigation. Baranti tour is a must if you visit Purulia.

Joychandi Pahar is located near the town Raghunathpur. It lies almost 44 km from the proper town of Purulia. Famous for being a trekking spot and picnic spot, this place lies close to the railway station. The station is well connected to Joychandi Pahar, so can be reached easily.

It is a great visiting place in Purulia and is very little explored. Every year a festival called “Joychandi Pariyatan Utsav” is held, at the foothills, from Christmas till 1st January and 2nd January. This festival gives all local artists a chance to showcase their talents. This festival is a great tourist attraction.

The famous film ‘Hirok Rajar Deshe’ by Satyajit Ray was shot here. The hill derives its name from the Goddess Chandi. A small temple of Chandi Ma stands at the top of the hill. Apparently, The small lakes and abandoned towers nearby were used by the dacoits, at an earlier time. One needs to climb 400 steps to reach the top, which can be exhausting as there is very less source of water around. The village lies at a distance from here.

This small village lies 5 km from Baghmundi village. More than 300 skilled mask makers live in this village. These vibrant colorful and elaborate masks are used in the traditional “Chhau Dance” of Purulia. The tradition of making Chauu masks is being carried out here for 150 years now. It started during the time of King Madan Mohan Singh Deo.

A “Chauu mask festival” is organized in Charida every year during winter. Our Purulia tour package includes a short trip to Charida village.

Our Purulia tour plan includes a short visit to this magnificent fall. It is the second-largest fall in Purulia after Bamni Falls. Situated at the foot of Ayodhya hill, the water from this falls made the Turga Dam.

The beautiful cascading water flowing through a small rock creates a stunning picture. This place is ideal for a picnic. The view from the fall is mind-blowing. This place is a visual treat to the eyes. Turga waterfall is located near the village of Gosaidih.

These dams are part of the PPSP project. PPSP stands for Purulia Pumped Storage Project that has been installed for the first time in India with loan assistance from the Japan Bank of International Corporation. This is one of India’s prestigious projects that has brought fame to Purulia.

The main structures involved in the project are two Rockfill dams (Upper and Lower Dam) with central clay core for upper and lower reservoirs with live storage of 13 million cum each, twin water conductor, an underground power house.

Purulia is a drought-prone area, multiple Dams are created across the hills. The lower Dam is created in the lower part of the Ayodhya hills. Upper Dam and Lower Dam of Purulia Pumped Storage Hydel Power Project is 36 Km from Balarampur Railway Station. It is around 18 Km from Matha Pahar and 10 Km from Bagmundi. It is one of the top most visiting places in Purulia.

Mathaburu hills are very well known for their aesthetic beauty. The serenity clouded by the calmness makes one fall in love with this place.

Every year an annual fair is organized by the tribal community living nearby. Multiple Rock climbing and Nature Courses are conducted here. Because of its subtle beauty, this is one of the major tourist attractions and is an important part of our Purulia tour package.

This place is famous for its mesmerizing view of sunrise and sunset. Popularly known as sunrise and sunset point, Ushul Dungri quench the thirst of the lone traveler. This is a must among the topmost Purulia visiting places. The beautiful enchanting sunset intoxicates your soul.

This lake is also called Blue Dam or Patal Dam because of the blue waters of the lake.The serene blue waters give you a fresh feel like the blue waters of the Mediterranean. During the construction of the 4th largest hydroelectric power project, the surrounding hills were blasted, it was at this time this beautiful lake got discovered.

The water gushing out from underground probably gave rise to this lake. With the help of local authorities of the Purulia district administration, this lake is attracting tourists slowly.

This place resembles the dragon hills of Africa in many ways. This picturesque beauty of his place is enhanced by the wild forest around it. Every year during the rainy season, this water body gets filled with water again. This place has emerged as a great tourist place. It is one of the most beautiful visiting places in Purulia. However becaue of less crowd here, one can enjoy the peaceful serene beauty of nature. .