Suri

Suri is an administrative headquarters of Birbhum District, in the state of West Bengal. The city is located at an average elevation of 56 metres. Tilpara barrage located on Mayurakshi River is 3 km north-east of Suri, It is situated on the extended part of Chotanagpur Plateau. Tilpara barrage on Mayurakshi river is located 3 km north-west of Siuri. The Mor and the Ajay are the prominent rivers flowing in the district. Huge streams enter the boundary of the destination from the western side; Hinglo, being the prominent one, carries water in a large amount. Another important river stream in the district is Bakreswar, which originates at a hot spring having the same name, near Tantipara. Being the land of water streams, Suri also receives water from various rivers such as Bansloi, Brahmani, Kopai, Pagla and Sal. It is believed that the region was inhabited since the pre-historic era. It also witnessed the rule of the Maurya Empire, Guptas, Shashanka and Harshavardhana. During the Pala Dynasty, Buddhism flourished in the region and various monasteries were built.

The destination is famous for its ‘morabbas’ of various fruits and vegetables, out of which ‘morabba of satamooli’ is popular. The natives of Suri engage themselves in cotton extracting, rice milling, silk weaving and furniture manufacturing. Along with Bengali, Hindi, English and Urdu are the widely spoken languages in Suri. Poush Mela is one of the prominent festivals celebrated in Suri. With a rich cultural heritage, the destination is popular for its temples includ