Malda Travel Guide – Overview, Attractions & Visiting Timings
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Malda, located in North Bengal along the banks of the Mahananda and Kalindi rivers, is a historically rich district known as the Gateway of North Bengal. Situated about 325 km north of Kolkata, Malda is well connected by the NH12 highway, Malda Town Railway Station, and lies close to important destinations like Siliguri (250 km) and Murshidabad (110 km). The district is renowned for its ancient cities, Gaur and Pandua, famous for architectural sites like the Firoz Minar, Baro Sona Mosque, and Adina Mosque. Malda is also widely known as the Mango City of West Bengal due to its globally popular mango varieties such as Fazli, Langra, and Himsagar. With its strategic location, cultural heritage, and agricultural importance, Malda continues to be a major destination for tourism, trade, and historical exploration.