Shantiniketan

Shantiniketan

West Bengal

About Shantiniketan

Shantiniketan is a university town famous for being the home of the Visva-Bharati University, founded by the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. It was built on Tagore's vision of education that is in harmony with nature. The university campus is an open-air art gallery, with beautiful sculptures, murals, and architectural elements. Shantiniketan is a center for art, culture, and learning, attracting artists and scholars from around the world. The town comes alive during vibrant festivals like Poush Mela and Basanta Utsav (Holi).

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Best Time to Visit

December to February (for Poush Mela and pleasant weather)

Average Budget

  • Low: ₹1200/day
  • Mid: ₹3000/day
  • Luxury: ₹6000+/day

Travel Tips

  • Explore the Visva-Bharati campus, including the Uttarayan complex where Tagore lived
  • Visit during a festival for a vibrant cultural experience
  • Shop for local handicrafts at the weekly haat (market)

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