Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience

Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience
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With the festive season starting with Durga Puja, we bring to you a list of Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience. where you can experience the real flavors of the festivities. Come, take a look:

Kolkata, West Bengal

Plan a trip to the “City of Joy” during Durga Puja to enjoy the true essence of the festivities as there is no other place in India which can match the grand puja celebrations like Kolkata. Also, the weather is also pleasant at this time of the year. It is better to have prior train ticket booking if you have already thought of visiting the place. Kolkata has to be on top among Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience.

Guwahati, Assam

Even though the entire Assam celebrates Durga Puja with much joy and fervor, the celebrations in Guwahati are at another level. The city hosts more than 500 pandals which are decorated beautifully and houses idols of Goddess Durga at the center, Lord Ganesh, and other idols. Besidepandal hopping, you can also indulge in some local delicacies at the stalls. Have a train reservation well in advance in case you are planning to visit Guwahati during the puja time.

New Delhi, Delhi

Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience
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Want to experience the charm of Kolkata Durga Puja in Delhi? Well, head to Chitranjan Park-known as the “mini Kolkata”! There are a number of puja pandals with beautiful idols and you can also savor some authentic Bengali cuisine for that complete experience. Delhi is also famous for its Ramleela performances, especially in the west Delhi area. Book online train ticket prior to your journey for a hassle-free experience. This place no less than Kolkata in Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience.

Ranchi, Jharkhand

A trip to the capital city of Jharkhand during Dussehra spells unlimited fun, pandal hopping and yummy food. The entire city decks up during the 10-day festivities and you are going to love the cheerful ambiance of Ranchi when you visit here at this time. Do visit areas like Main Road and Bakri Bazaar to indulge in some hot pakoras, the signature dish dhuskas, and kachoris! Ranchi Railway Station is well-connected to almost all major cities and you can check train details and other relevant information on the super cool ixigo train app.

Destinations for a Complete Pujo Experience
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Bengaluru, Karnataka

Yes, you heard it right! The IT capital of India also celebrates Durga Puja with decorative pandals, beautiful lights and the bustling lanes with exciting crowds! Areas like Ulsoor and Koramangala celebrate the puja with much ardor and you are surely going to love the experience! There are a number of trains plying to Bangalore from all parts of the country and you can check train schedule as per your requirement.

 

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Mumbai is also one of the cities in India that celebrates Durga Puja at a grand level. Famous Bollywood actress, Rani Mukherjee celebrates the puja at her residence, Balkanji Bari. She invites everyone for the darshan, arti, and bhog. Mumbai Railway Station is well-connected from all major cities and the trains fare vary according to different trains.

Soak up the festivities!

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