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Gangasagar Mela Dates – When Is the Mela and the Holy Dip?

Gangasagar Mela is held every year around Makar Sankranti in mid-January, when lakhs of pilgrims gather on Sagar Island to take the…

How to Reach Gangasagar from Kolkata by Cruise or Ferry

Travelling to Gangasagar by water is a memorable part of the yatra. Here are the ways to do it. 1. Mela season…

Gangasagar Cruise Cost – Options and What Is Included

Many pilgrims ask about a cruise to Gangasagar. Here is how the options and costs work. Mela cruise packages During the Gangasagar…

Ship and Ferry Timings to Gangasagar – What You Need to Know

There is no regular daily ship from Kolkata city to Gangasagar. Most visitors travel by road to Lot 8 (Harwood Point, Kakdwip)…

How Many Days Do You Need for Gangasagar?

One day is enough to visit Gangasagar from Kolkata, but the right length depends on who is travelling and when. 1 day…

Gangasagar Tour Package Cost from Kolkata – What Affects the Price?

The cost of a Gangasagar tour from Kolkata depends on a few clear choices. Here is what changes the price, so you…

How to Reach Gangasagar from Kolkata – Road, Train & Ferry Guide

Gangasagar is on Sagar Island, south of Kolkata. The usual route has three parts: Kolkata → Lot 8 (Harwood Point, Kakdwip) →…

How to Reach Gangasagar from Howrah Station

Many pilgrims arrive in Kolkata at Howrah Station. Gangasagar trains do not start from Howrah, so here are your options. Option 1:…

Best Time to Visit Gangasagar – Month-by-Month Guide

The best time to visit Gangasagar is November to February, when the weather is cool and the river is calm. January brings…

What Is Special About Gangasagar? Top Reasons to Visit

Gangasagar, on Sagar Island in South 24 Parganas, is one of the holiest places in India. Here is what makes it special.…