Kolkata (Calcutta) Excursions
Sagar Island, where the Ganges meets the Bay of Bengal, is the site of mass pilgrimage in January for the Gangasagar Mela. To get there, head to Diamond Harbour, 51km (31.7 miles) south of Kolkata and take a bus to Hardwood Point, just before Kakdwip (one hour) from where you get a ferry to the island.
The World Heritage-listed Sunderbans Wildlife Sanctuary (south of Kolkata) has one of the healthiest populations of tigers left in the world. Getting there and around independently is not simple, so it's best to join a tour (seek advice about reputable tour operators from the West Bengal Tourism Centre, see above).
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