Madan Mohan Temple
Situated in the heart of the Cooch Behar town. Constructed by Maharaja Nripendra Narayan during 1885 to 1889. The deties include Lord Madan Mohan , Ma Kali, Ma Tara and Ma Bhabani. On the occasion of Rush Puja the traditional Rush Yatra Festival along with Rush Mela is held in Cooch Behar.
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How to Reach:
By Air
The nearest Airport to Cooch Behar are : i) Cooch Behar Airport (144 acres): Operationalization is under process. ii) Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri: nearest operational national airport (151 km from Cooch Behar) of Darjeeling district which is also known as the Civil Aerodrome Bagdogra is located 11 km west of the city of Siliguri. Operated as a civil enclave at AFS Bagdogra, the airport is a gateway to Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Kurseong, Kalimpong and other North Bengal region. From there, you can take a cab, bus or train to Cooch Behar.
By Train
New Cooch Behar Railway Station (5 km from the town): well connected to almost all major Indian cities which is managed by the North Eastern Railways. Alipurduar Junction station: nearest railway junction station from Cooch Behar (25.9 km from New Cooch Behar station) with connecting trains to major cities of India.
By Road
Two Major Roads -SH12A, NH 31 runs through the District. Headquarters of the North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC), Cooch Behar is extremely well connected by road. Regular bus service that connects Cooch Behar to the neighboring cities. Apart from government bus service, there are private buses as well, running throughout West Bengal and adjoining states, to and from Cooch Behar. Revamped Traffic Management Plan for Cooch Behar Town has been prepared keeping in view of Tourism Potential. It is the gateway of North East States (Assam and other six) of India.