Siliguri like a chicken’s neck is a thin strip of land connecting the mainland of India with the North East India. It is a prominent town in the district of Darjeeling of the state West Bengal and is also very renowned as commercial center of North Bengal. It is as well the transit location for the neighboring countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, Mynamar and Bhutan. This beautiful and busy city is gateway to the prime hill stations in the Himalayan Ranges. Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kalimpong, Mirik and Kurseong are some of the prime hill town which truly cannot be reached without reaching Siliguri. Therefore Siliguri is a prime stopover for the tourists and pilgrims and as well serves as a halting place for travelers. The gorgeous river Mahananda and Balasan River flows through the plain of Siliguri making the land much fertile. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the north east and is very renowned for tea cultivation. The cooler climate is ideal for the proper growth of tea plants, as numerous tea brands with export quality are cultivated in here.
Tea, Tourism, Transport and Timber are four capital bartering activities in Siliguri. Siliguri is acclaimed as an ideal abode to boutique for bargain Chinese goods. This is an abode where one can get low amount exotic items, handicrafts and bounded artifacts. A huge arrival of tourists is found in this breathtaking town. An amazing appearance of the majestic Kanchenjunga peak is arresting from this place. Many arty attractions like Madhuban Nature Park, Shorea-forest recreation centermost and Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary accomplish this abode an admired day-tripper destination in North East map of India.Siliguri is acclaimed for military bases of Indian forces. The Indian armies, the Shashatra Seema Bal, the Assam Rifles, the Central Reserve Police Force and the Border Security Force have its camp at this place. The populaces in Siliguri consist of local humans of Indian Origin and abounding adopted nationals from adjoining countries. Soccer football is an abundant part of the life of the local people. Kanchenjunga Stadium is an adorable sports circuitous and outdoor stadium in Siliguri.
Siliguri has three major seasons, namely summers, winters and monsoons. Summers during March to May have temperatures not beyond 38°C. Winters during November to February are bit cool and temperatures ambit from a top of 25°C to a low of about 8°C. Winters are associated with balmy showers and close fog. During the monsoon season amid June and September, the town is lashed by heavy rains. Thus October to March is considered to be the best time to visit the exotic city of Siliguri.
New Jalpaiguri railhead is the abutting railway base to Siliguri, which is 8 km away. Jalpaiguri Base is connected to all prime stations in India including Delhi and Mumbai. Bagdogra is the abutting airport which is just 12 km from the center of the city of Siliguri. Siliguri is air affiliated to Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai. Siliguri is connected to Gangtok by helicopter services. Taxi book from airport to city is about Rs 250. International travels get connection flights from Kolkata which is about 588 km away. Kolkata is connected to all major cities in India by air and is connected to major cities abroad.