Sagar Island

Commonly known as Gangasagar, Sagar Island is a popular weekend getaway from Kolkata. A part of the Sunderbans archipelago, Sagar Island is around 110 kilometres from the city. It is where the Ganges meets the Bay of Bengal. The place is of religious importance as the Sagar Mela is held here every year in the month of January. If you want to spend a day away from metropolitan Kolkata and embark on a religious journey, then Sagar Island is the place to be.

Immerse yourself in religious customs as you tour Sagar Island. Places of importance that you might want to explore include Ramkrishna Mission, Bharat Sevashram Sangha, Kapil Muni Temple and Omkarnath Temple. Discover the inspirational role played by the Hindu saints housed here. Considered one of the most sacred places of Hindu pilgrimage, every year during Makar Sankranti, (in the month of January), Gangasagar Mela is held when thousands of devotees throng to this place. Pay homage at the various temples that dot the region or take a dip in the holy waters—a tour of Sagar Island will make you feel truly blessed.