Mukutmanipur

Mukutmanipur

Mukutmanipur
Mukutmanipur is located around a dam in the district of Bankura. The dam harnesses the waters of the Kangsabati and Kumari rivers.

Attractions
The dam itself is worth visiting. It is 10,098 m. long and 38 m. high. The gently lapping lake, covering an area of 86 sq. km., offers a grand view of the sunset. The lake nestles amidst the surrounding greenery and provides boating facilities to the visitors.

A walk from Mukutmanipur leads one to the confluence of the Kangsabati and Kumari rivers. Nearby is the Pareshnath Hill. A number of stone images are to be found on top of the hill. Among these are the Jain God, Parswanath Swami, made of chlorite stone, and the Hindu God, Shiva.
The green island of Banpukuria Mrigadab is a must for tourists. The island is full of mahua, kendu and palash trees. A boat trip to and from Mukutmanipur takes around four hours.
Another important landmark near Mukutmanipur is Ambikanagar, an ancient centre of Jain culture.

Accessibility
Direct buses to Mukutmanipur are available from the Shahid Minar bus terminus at Calcutta. Buses also leave the Machantola bus stand at Bankura for Mukutmanipur. Bankura town is only 56 km. from Mukutmanipur.
Train services to Bankura are also available from Howrah Station.

Accommodation
Lodging facilities are available at the Tourist Lodge, the 32-bed Youth Hostel and the eight-room Irrigation Bungalow. The 12-room Peerless Resort offers the best facilities.

Mukutmanipur

Mukutmanipur