Being the point of Maratha invasion in mid of 18th century , Garpanchkot is a ruined fort at the foothill of Panchet Hill in the district of Purulia in West Bengal. The ruins of Panchkot fort is a silent witness of Bargi attacks in Bengal during 1740 – 1751.
Garpanchkot will refresh your soul with its picturesque landscape. Through the foothill of Panchet Hill flows the river Damodar. Natural splendor of woods and hills with fresh air makes it an ideal destination for a weekend trip. Walk through the forest of Saal, Tamal , Sonajhuri & Palas – the aroma of flowers and leaves will just intoxicate you. Pachet dam, Baranti Lake , Maithon dam, and a shotgun trip to Joychandi hill where the great auteur Mr. Satyajit Roy shot his famous films – Gupi Gayen Bagha Bayen & Hirak Rajar Deshe are bound to rejuvenate you with their panoramic view. Being just 3 hours away from the city of Kolkata Garpanchkot is a fantastic ramble out destination for nature lovers. We recommend you a 3 days 2 nights trip to Garpanchkot to cover the entire landscape with a short visit to a nearby tribal village.
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