Historical Places in Shantiniketan

Culturally rich, Shantiniketan is where the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore resided and set up the esteemed Visva-Bharati University. His legacy is respectfully preserved here.

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Things To See & Do

Rabindra Bhavana

Rabindra Bhavana

Dedicated Tagore Museum
After the death of the noted poet and Noble laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Rabindra Bhavana was set up in 1942 as a memorial to his life and work.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Amar Kutir

Amar Kutir

Historic Independence Cooperative
Established in 1927, Amar Kutir is a historic cottage that was founded by Sushen Mukherjee, a revolutionary who is associated with the freedom movement of India.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Singha Sadan

Singha Sadan

Heritage Bell Tower
Singha Sadan is a roofed bell and clock tower building built in 1927, and is still used to regulate the timings of daily routine for the aashram in-mates.

30 minutes

Suggested Time

Cheena Bhavana

Cheena Bhavana

Chinese Cultural Centre
A heritage building, Cheena Bhavana is the centre for Sino-Indo studies that focuses on Chinese culture, traditions and language, and is frequently visited by noted Chinese scholars.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Kala Bhavana (Nandan Museum)

Kala Bhavana (Nandan Museum)

Fine Arts Museum
The fine arts faculty of Visva-Bharati University, Kala Bhavana, was established in 1919 by Rabindra Nath Tagore as an education and research institution focusing on visual arts.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Shantiniketan

Perfect winter destination

  • NOV-MAR

    Peak Season

  • APR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-OCT

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather throughout the day.
  • Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and the festive feel.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Basanta UtsavMarch

Barsha MangalJuly-August

MaghotsabJanuary

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More about Historical Places in Shantiniketan

Holiday on your mind? Shantiniketan is an incredible tourist destination for Heritage based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.

Top festivals celebrated here are Basanta Utsav, Barsha Mangal, Maghotsab and Rabindra Jayanti in the months of March, July-August, January and April respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Shantiniketan in October, November, December, January and February to enjoy pleasant weather throughout the day! Even July, August and September is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering moderate rainfalls with high humidity levels for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.

March, April, May and June is the off season for tourism in Shantiniketan. Main things to do in Shantiniketan are Chhatimtala, Rabindra Bhavana and Khoai Sonajhuri Forest. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Shantiniketan

Which are the best heritage places to explore in Shantiniketan?

The best heritage places in Shantiniketan are Rabindra Bhavana, Amar Kutir and Singha Sadan. You will have an amazing time exploring these heritage places in Shantiniketan and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.

For which type of travelling is Shantiniketan a perfect destination?

Shantiniketan is a perfect destination for Heritage themed holidays.

What are some of the best places to stay in Shantiniketan?

Shantiniketan has a large variety of resorts and stays that you can select from ranging from budget to luxurious stays. Some of the most popular places to stay in Shantiniketan are OYO 24781 Rangamati Garden Resort, The Garden Bungalow and Mayas.