Ranaghat — Travel Guide
Ranaghat is a city in the district of Nadia, West Bengal, India. It is situated 74 kilometres north of Calcutta. Ranaghat town has existed since the British invaded India. A myth is still prevalent that the name of the town came from the bandit 'Rana Dacoit', who used to pillage this area 500 or 600 years back and he used to give pujas to the goddess Kali to thank Her. A more likely origin for the name of the town comes from Rani or Rana (a Rajput warrior) and Ghat (steps leading to the river).
The Best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Airport.
Ranaghat - 67 km away
By Train
You can easily get regular trains to Ranaghat from other major cities of the country.
Shopping in Ranaghat is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Ranaghat to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Ranaghat means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Ranaghat is the most important activities among
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