Bibhutibhushan Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife sanctuary in North 24 Parganas district, India
Description
Bibhutibhushan Wildlife Sanctuary is a 92 hectare refuge along the Ichamati River surrounded by forest, home to spotted deer and numerous bird species. The area forms a green stretch where visitors can watch wildlife in their natural setting.
History
The sanctuary started in 1965 when four spotted deer from Alipore Zoo were brought there. Over the following decades the deer population grew substantially, but a major flood in 2000 significantly affected the reserve.
Culture
The sanctuary is named after Bengali author Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay, whose writing was shaped by this region's natural world. This link between literature and the land shows why the place matters to Bengal's cultural identity.
Practical
The sanctuary is reached via train stations at Bongaon or Ranaghat, followed by bus travel to Naldugri station. Visitors planning a trip should check which routes are available before setting out.
Did you know?
The sanctuary holds deer feeding sessions twice daily at 9 AM and 4 PM, allowing visitors to watch the animals up close during these times. These scheduled moments offer a rare chance to see the deer's natural behavior in a manageable way.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (North 24 Parganas district).
Durga temple of Dwadash mandir complex
21.7 km
Jugol Kishore temple
16.9 km
Vishnu temple of Mitra Mustafi family
21.5 km
Rudreshwar temple
30.4 km
Radha Krishna temple of Mitra Mustafi family
21.6 km
Haridas Thakur temple
29.1 km
Palpara temple
28.8 km
Black stone Vishnu sculpture
22.4 km
Ram Sita temple
26.1 km
Pancharatna temple of Mukhopadhyay family
5.8 km
St. Luke's Church, Ranaghat
20.8 km
Rajnishwar temple
26.1 km
Twin Aatchala Shiva temple of Pal Chowdhury family
19.8 km
Nistarini Kali temple
20 km
Residence of Dinabandhu Mitra
24.7 km
Jagadish Pandit's Shripat
28.5 km
Pancharatna temple of Bandyopadhyay family
5.8 km
Rajrajeshwar temple
26.2 km
Zamindar House at Banamalipara
21.9 km
Gaudiya math of Bhaktibinod Thakur
21.7 km
Krittibas Ojha memorial
29.3 km
Pancharatna Shiva temple of Gangopadhyay family
21.8 km
Aatchala terracotta temple
24.2 km
House of Bibhuti Bhushan Bandyopadhyay
13.3 km
Dwadash mandir complex
21.7 km
Krittibas kup
29.3 km
Mongolganj Neel Kuthi
1 km
Uma Shankar temple
21.7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes