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Chhatimtala
Chhatimtala in Shantiniketan is a place of historical and cultural importance in West Bengal, India. It is a serene spot under the shade of Chhatim trees, and is revered for its connection with the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore's family.
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Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple
Dedicated to Goddess Sati, the temple is considered among the 51 Shakti Peeth, which are spread across the whole Indian Subcontinent. According to religious texts, King Daksha, father-in-law of Lord Shiva, had organized a yajna. In which, King Daksha did not send invitations to Lord Shiva and Mother Sati (daughter of King Daksha) because King did not consider Lord Shiva as his equal.
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Rabindra Bhavana
The museum is perhaps the most satisfying place for your historical inquisitiveness. Built back in 1961, it houses some of Tagore's original manuscripts, letters, documents, paintings, certificates and photographs.
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Shonajhuri Haat
The word khoy in Bengali means erosion. This khoai region is a geographical formation of small canyons resulting from constant erosion caused by wind and water. This place is characterized by the Shyambati canal on one side and a Sonajhuri tree forest growing in red laterite soil on the other side.
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Sangit bhavana
Sangit Bhavana, also known as the Music School of Santiniketan, is a distinguished cultural institution located in the serene town of Santiniketan, in West Bengal’s Birbhum district. Founded by Rabindranath Tagore, the first non-European Nobel laureate in Literature, Sangit Bhavana stands as a beacon of Indian classical music education. This school offers comprehensive degree programs in vocal music, instrumental music, and dance, with a curriculum deeply rooted in the rich traditions of Indian musical heritage.
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Prakriti Bhavan
Prakriti Bhavan sees its place in the Ballavpur area of Santiniketan, Birbhum, West Bengal. The place holds the prestige of being the world’s unique Nature Art museum. The museum holds an impressive indoor display of natural sculptures in dry wood, driftwood, and transcreation in metal. The uniqueness of the museum is in its sprawling open-air garden of natural rock sculptures.
The museum again is one of the priceless gifts of Rabindranath Tagore to the people. He believed in taking inspiration from nature and learning from nature in the natural environment. This museum is a perfect example of natural learning. The beauty of this place is unmatched.
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