Kolkata to Diamond Harbour

Diamond Harbour with its serenity is a perfect place to spend your weekend away from the chaotic urban life. The freshness would certainly rejuvenate your energy. One of the enjoyable things to do at Diamond Harbour is to sit in solitude at the banks of Hooghly river and watch the boats that move along the flow of water. However, there are other places of attractions, too. Kapil Muni Temple: Situated on Sagar Island at a distance of 29 km from Diamond Harbour, Kapil Muni Temple is dedicated to sage Kapil. Devotees gather during the festival of Makar Sankranti in the month of January to take a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganges river and Bay of Bengal. Gangasagar Mela is organized during this time. Sagar Island can be reached by motor boats from Namkhana jetty or Harwood point, or you may also avail direct ferry service from Haldia. Gurusaday Mueseum: Located in Joka and about 34 km from Diamond Harbour, The museum was founded by Gurusaday Dutta and was opened in 1961. A place where folk art and culture of undivided Bengal comes alive, the museum has a collection of over 3300 art pieces from all over Bengal. There is a lovely garden, too. Musuni Island: Mousuni Island, a small village consists of a virgin beach wrapped up with nature. Staying in tent with, bonfire, barbeque Chicken and awesome food make it marvellous for a short overnight trip. Ferries from Namkhana ghat take just 30 minutes to reach here. A must visit place.