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 Ballavpur Bird Sanctuary This small Bird Sactuary is a perfect place to be in for 2 - 3 days. Deer, migratory birds and the water flowing by takes to the world of these peaceful animals. Its a good place for children too as there no tigers and lions here. Don't forget to bring binaculors for the best view of the birds. |
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 Shantiniketan Just 3 kms from Ballavpur Danga Village, its the same famous school which produced the Iron Lady and Prime Minister of India - Indira Gandhi. Established by Noble Lauterate Rabindra Nath Tagore, it takes you down the memory lane. A perfect place to be in while you are in Ballavpur Danga Village. |
 Art and Craft Ballavpurs Santhali art and craft with designs on the walls, floors and doors of the homes made from red earth and cowdung. The Santhalis have fairs like the Srinilketan Krishi Mela, Chandi Das Mela and Chabbish Prahar. In the Ballavpur Danga Village there is a "Hat" - a small fair every Saturday which comprises of things of daily use. Its a small market place for the simple people of Ballavpur Danga. Local People The Santhals are the indigeneous people who have a natural bonding with the Wilds. Farming, daily labourhood makes for the profession of Ballavpur Danga people. Some of them have also taken up as Goldsmiths. Their food comprises of rice, pulses and fish. Sura is the locally made drink which the ballavpuras relish. Tourist Attractions There are a number of attractions in Gujarat Science City : »Tarapith : This local temple has a lot of significance from the villagers view of point. »Museum : Museum and a Gallery filled with Santhali Paintings and artifacts is a must visit in this village. » Bakreshwar Hot Spring : The water of this hot water spring is supposed to cure a number of ailments. A single dip is supposed to be enough. »Sonjuhri Forest : As it is called by the Ballavpur people, this forest is the inhabitation place for a number of birds.. And just complying with the borders of the forest there is a Bird Sanctuary filled with Migratory birds. Deer, birds, Mayurakshi Canal and the scenic beauty makes it a perfect place to have a 2 - 3 days stay. Our Suggestions
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