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Murti in Jalpaiguri

Murti River
Murti River



The Murti River is said to originate near the Neora Valley National Park flowing its way along many prime tourist spots along the Dooars region before it finally meets the River Jaldhaka. At Samsing, the Murti River reaches the plains and continues its journey by dividing the stretch of Gorumara forest.  Thus the Gorumara forest is located on the right bank of the Murti River while the Chpramari forest is situated along its left side. After meeting Jaldhaka River it enters Bangladesh close to a place named Mathabhanga from where it meets the Brahmaputra River.

Murti Village by the River

Murti River Banks
Murti River ( Source : Flickr)



Placed on the banks of the Murti River, Murti is also a village within Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal. An ideal picnic spot in the winter, it is frequented by tourists and locals alike for spending some wonderful moments in the lap of nature. This place is close to the Batabari village situated near Gorumara National Park.

Murti as a Tourist Destination

Murti in Jalpaiguri

Murti is an extremely sought after tourist destination known for its scenic beauty. The Murti river bank is also made attractive by a forest guest house near it. Murti is blessed by its proximity to the Chapramari forest and the Gorumara National Park. The river is the most crucial source of water around the entire area. Thus the lucky visitor can get to view the majestic sight of elephants as well as other animals which come to drink water from the Murti River.

There is a small bridge which joins both the banks of the Murti River. The Chapramari forest which is on the other side of the Murti River is quite dense here. While no forest checkpost is given to guide tourists, it is advisable not to venture into the Chapramari forests on foot and without an able escort. Enjoy the abundant natural surroundings and wildlife at Murti. With its sprawling picnic spots, nice resorts and forest bungalows for accommodation, the place around the Murti River is an ideal getaway for the weekend.

Gladden your eyes with the rolling tea estates of the Dooars region which are located at a stone’s throw from Murti. You can also visit Dhupjhora Elephant Camp, about 4km from the place. Lataguri is 20 km away from here. The Jatraprasad watchtower in Murti gives you wonderful opportunities to view wild animals like deer, bison, peacock or the legendary leopard. Some of the other watchtowers include Medla, Chukchuki, Chapramari, Rhino Point and Khunia.

Traveling to Murti in Jalpaiguri

The New Jalpaiguri Station (NJP) is about 75 km from Murti.  One can take the Darjeeling Mail or the Kamrup Express to reach here. Alternately, the New Mall Junction is 18 km from Murti, and can be reached via Kanchankanya Express from Sealdah Station in Kolkata, operating four days a week.

Private cars and taxis are available adjacent to the NJP station stand. One can also take an autorickshaw to travel to the Dooars bus stand in Siliguri and board for Chalsa. The distance between Chalsa and Murti is 15 km.
 

Accommodation in Murti in Jalpaiguri

Murti in Jalpaiguri

The place around Murti is reputed for some of the best resorts and tourist lodges especially in the nearby Gorumara region. Some of them are:

  • Riverwood Forest Retreat, Dooars- Situated around the Gorumara National Park, this is one of the best places to stay when you visit Murti. Slightly expensive, it is extremely spacious and comfortable and the rooms have balcony opening out to either a forest view or the garden.  Some of the room amenities include double beds, WHR mattresses, phone, A.C., geyser, iron, individual climate control, wake up service, hairdryer on request etc. The Dining room has provisions for Mini bar, coffee and tea maker, and fruit basket.

  • Prime Murti Resort- Situated in Uttar Dhupjhora, this resort is a great place for travelers to rest. Room amenties include cable T.V., A.C., intercom, fridge, coffee and tea maker, Wifi internet access, mineral water on request, study table, dining table, daily newspaper, shower area, bathroom toiletries and many others. Some of the hotel facilities include lawn, swimming pool, internet facility, doctor on call, travel desk, parking facility, bonfire and others.

  • Resort Murti- This is another excellent option to stay at Murti. The luxury living and experienced service at the resort’s air conditioned cottages and cosy family chalets will provide you with the perfect holiday you have been yearning for. These also have individual verandas from where you can view either the river or the nearby forest.

  • Banani Bungalow- This accommodation in Murti falls under the West Bengal Forest Development Corporation and is quite affordable. It provides a variety of options from non A.C. double bedroom, four-bed family room, non-A.C. cottage to A.C. deluxe double bedroom.

Other nice places to stay in Murti include the Ca-Cur-Badi Forest Resort around Gorumara National Park, and the Dooars Nest in Dhupjhura.

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