The Howrah district of West Bengal surrounded by the Hooghly river on the east. It divided into the Howrah Sadar and the Uluberia sections. Out of the several picnic spots that lie on the region, Phuleswar, deserves a special mention. Locating near the Kolkata city, it lies before the Uluberia Station. A famous destination among the locals, it attracts people from the neighboring regions of Kolkata, Howrah, Nadia, Burdwan, Hooghly, South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas. People gather at this spot to spend few hours in a cool and serene atmosphere. TheMudiali Nature Park is another great destination locating near Kolkata. Learn more about the Mudiali Nature Park and how to go there from this website.
The Phuleswar Picnic spot
A perfect getaway for those who want to spend time in peace far from the crowd. The minimal temperature of the place ranges from 8 to 10 degree Celsius. The fresh water of the Bhagirathi-Hooghly river hooks one to sit down and view the everlasting beauty. The greenery of the surrounding, with the eucalyptus and the mahogany trees, soothing to the eyes. The flowers add the tinge of color to the beauty and make the nature enjoyable. One may find the kingfishers busy catching the fishes. Besides, the fishing boats forms small dots on the water body. While sitting on the river bank, the time passes quicker than the breeze.
How to get there
This beautiful destination lies in the Howrah-Kharagpur railway network. Several local trains available from the Howrah Station for the spot. One may board any of the trains going to the Panskura or the Kharagpur and get down at the Phuleswar Station. It would take 15 minutes from the station to go to the spot in a rickshaw.
Besides, Phuleswar connects with all the main cities of India by the rail network. Moreover, the Netaji Subhas Chandra International Airport in Kolkata is the nearest from the place.
The 86 kilometres driving distance from the Kolkata takes two hours to reach there. The driving route from the Kolkata is – Mahatma Gandhi Road, Howrah Bridge, R.C. Bose Road, H. M. Basu Road, Grand Trunk Road, Salkia Chowrasta (Crossing), Bardhaman Road.
Accommodation
People coming from the near-by regions could return after spending a wonderful day. However, those coming from far and want to stay a couple of days could book a guest house. The Guest house of the Sech Bhavan department locates beside the river bank. Ideally, one should book the guest house before from Kolkata. However, spot booking facility is also available. Besides, several lodges including the Uluberia Kalibari and the bungalow of the irrigation department available for suitable accommodation.
Activities
One may hire a boat to sail across the river. While cruising on the river, one could enjoy the fascinating glimpse of the surrounding. Moreover, one could enjoy the sunset on the river side. The setting sun, pouring its reddish color, signals the birds to return to their nests. The chirping of the birds adds a touch of music to the serene atmosphere. It helps reviving one's mind and soul to a greater extent.