The beauty of North Bengal is something that cannot be described in words. It has many forms all throughout the year in different seasons. North Bengal is a place that has so many hidden gems and is yet to be explored more and more. This part of the state is a perfect example of an offbeat destination.

 

According to most travelers, North Bengal can be best explored in the monsoon season or winter season. During the monsoon, the greenery in the region blooms and gives a sense of happiness naturally to all the travelers approaching the city.

 

Lepchakha, being one such beautiful village of the city which is situated on the hills of Buxa, has some naturally emerging stunning pictorial view of the region. This beautiful place has quite mesmerizing landscapes to offer its travelers from an altitude of 3,500 ft.

 

You come across the most historic Buxa fort and its remains. The historical relevance is that it was used by the British rulers as a detention camp to capture Indian rulers before the freedom movement. After Indian independence, the fort was used for Tibetian and Bangladeshi refugees. 

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Lepchakha is becoming very popular among tourists day by day for its quiet and secluded location. The trail is unique in its own way, having its own sets of beauty to define the location. Through this trek, you will also come across a famous picnic hotspot of the region which is situated into the lap of nature - Jayanti.

 

You can see views like a group of elephants strolling on the forest trails or passing right out of your hotel windows.

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Please note it is not advised to stroll around the hotel or explore the forest area after the sunset, especially without your guide or any local guidance, it can be fatal because of the presence of wild animals in the forests.