The Natural Beauty of Gajoldoba Attracts Tourists from Different Places

Gajoldoba is famous for its dam on the Teesta basin. Gajoldoba barrage was built for irrigation purposes of the agricultural land of North Bengal. It is a one-hour drive from Siliguri. The natural beauty of Gajoldoba attracts tourists from different places. It is situated along the Fulbari Canal, and the water body enhances the beauty of the area. The reservoir is surrounded by dense forests of Baikunthapur. In the month of November, the reflection of Mt Kanchenjunga on the Teesta canal is mind-blowing. It is surrounded by the dense forest of Baikunthapur. This canal invites a large number of migratory birds during the winter season from November to the first week of March. Ruddy Shelduck, Red-crested Pochard, Ferruginous Pochard, Lesser Sand Plover, Northern Lapwing, Osprey, Western and Eastern Marsh Harriers, Hen Harrier, Peregrine, Falcated Duck, Great Crested and Black-necked Grebes visit this canal.

This is a majestic place during sunset. For a night stay, you can reserve "Bhorer Alo," a West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation resort.