Chilapata Forest

Chilapata Forest

The Chilapata Forest is a dense forest in the Dooars, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India, near Jaldapara National Park. The forest is rich in wildlife and serves as an elephant corridor between Jaldapara National Park and the Buxa Tiger Reserve. New species are being discovered all the time. Rhinoceros used to live in vast numbers in the jungle.

Aside from that, Chilapata Forest is home to a thriving population of wild elephants, leopards, and wild pigs. Alipurduar town is around an hour's drive from Chilapata. This area is largely dense rainforest, with mud-paved tracks that have become overrun with foliage. The dense forest canopy lets very little light in, and even at noon, the environment is black as if it were evening.

Elephant Safari

Jeep Safari

Nal Raja Garh

Elephant

Bison

Deer

One Horned Rhinos

Chilapata is a dense jungle in the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary in the Eastern Dooars' Jalpaiguri District. The Chilapata forest is well-spread along the banks of the Bania and Torsha rivers, which bring in fresh monsoon alluvial, supporting and protecting the grassland ecosystem and the park's remarkable diversity of flora and fauna. Chilapata was historically known for its dacoits, but it is today a safe and popular tourist destination. Elephants, one-horned rhinoceros, leopards, and wild pigs all live in Chilapata. Chilapata is home to more than 20 different snake species, as well as a huge diversity of butterflies. The Chilapata watch towers, such as Kunki beside the river Torsha, allow you to see wild elephants, bison, and one-horned rhinos, as well as enjoy an unrivalled view of the Chilapata forest.

Aside from luring nature lovers with its mysterious aura, the ruins of the Nalraja Garh, or Nal Kings' fort, built during the Gupta period in the 5th century CE, popularly known as India's Golden Era, have piqued the attention of numerous archaeologists and enticed them into the Chilapata jungle. The "Ram Guna Tree," also known as the "bleeding tree," can be found when visiting this location. There is a legend that some of the fort's devoted guards were changed into trees when the fort was being destroyed, and that they are still guarding the fort's ruins today. The tourists will admire the surrounding imposing atmosphere of the crumbling fort. Each season has its own charm to enjoy in Chilapata, but the best time to visit is between March and April when the chances of seeing a one-horned rhinoceros are higher, excluding the rainy season when the forest is closed. Dwell amid the ruins of the Nal King's fort and learn more about the legend of the bleeding tree, or go boating on the Bania River while listening to the soothing sound of the river and seeing the breathtaking view of the Chilapata. Chilapata is the place to go if you want to be in the middle of nature and blend in while learning about a historical event. Chilapata is a great place to unwind after a long day in the city.

Chilapata Sightseeing

Rajbari

The Cooch Behar Palace, also known as the Rajbari, is located in the city of Cooch Behar in the East Indian state of West Bengal. It was built in 1887 under Maharaja Nripendra Narayan's reign, and the architecture was influenced by London's Buckingham Palace.

Madan Mohan Temple

Madan Mohan temple, built by Maharaja Nripendra Narayan between 1885 and 1887, is magnificently crafted and has a large following. Madan Mohan, Tara Ma, Kali Ma, and Ma Bhawani are among the deities worshipped at the temple. The temple holds a Rash mela and a Rash Yatra on the occasion of Rash Purnima, one of North Bengal's most popular festivals.

Jeep Safari

There are forest safaris available inside forest which you may avail that is jeep safari. The safari will take you deep into the forest, where you will most likely see wild animals. The Torsa riverbed is adjacent to the CC Line. The wide riverbed provides views for many kilometres, and sightings of Gaur (Indian Bison), Elephant, and Rhino, as well as smaller animals such as deers, birds of various kinds, and others, are common. You can also go to Mendabari village, which has an animal-spotting watchtower.

Elephant Safari

The elephant safari is the other option. Within the park, there are forest communities like Kodalbasty, where the forest cover is thinner and elephant sightings are common. The Torsa riverbed is adjacent to the CC Line. The wide riverbed provides views for many kilometres, and sightings of Gaur (Indian Bison), Elephant, and Rhino, as well as smaller animals such as deers, birds of various kinds, and others, are common. You can also go to Mendabari village, which has an animal-spotting watchtower.

Nalraja Garh

The "Nalrajar Garh," or fort of the Nal monarchs, is another notable attraction in Chilapata. The fort was erected during the Gupta dynasty in the fifth century, and while it is now in ruins, it has immense archaeological value and serves as a reminder of India's golden age. The property is not properly maintained at the moment, and wildlife sightings are not uncommon.

Kodalbasti

On the southern part of the Kalchini block, Kodalbasti is located in the Chilapata forest. It is a settlement as distinct as its name, populated primarily by the Rava and Mech Tribes. In Kodalbasti, there are several picturesque villages with a tribal route for tourists visiting Chilapata forest. It possesses all of the characteristics that make it the ideal vacation spot in Chilapata tour packages. Kodalbasti is a small but humorous village in West Bengal's Alipurduar district.