CHINTAMANI KAR BIRD WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Narendrapur, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India
Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary is a protected area famed for its wide variety of birds, butterflies, epiphytes, ferns and orchids. Located in close proximity to the bustling metropolis of Kolkata, this small (17 acre) sanctuary is a short drive to the south of the city. Locally known as 'Kayaler Bagan', the area was originally notified as a sanctuary in 1982 but could only be converted to one after the acquisition of land by the Government of West Bengal. It was later renamed as Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary after the noted artist Chintamani Kar who, along with local people and NGOs, fought for decades to obtain wildlife sanctuary status for 'Kayaler Bagan'. The sanctuary used to be an old abandoned orchard and the area surrounding it is a mix of orchards, bamboo brakes, waterbodies and wasteland. Enormous mango trees dominate the landscape of the sanctuary with jackfruit, coconut palm, tamarind, guava and others trees. A new bamboo plantation has been started to attract different species of birds and butterflies.
Suggested time duration
3 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 04:00 PM | 15 | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kamalgazi Bus Stand |
6.5 KM | 7699993930 |
 Kavi Nazrul Railway Station |
5.6 KM | 139 |
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
29.2 KM | 03325118036 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Narendrapur | 2.2 KM |
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Classic example of the Bengali architectural style
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It is finest collections of paintings by eminent artists
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BoatingNALBAN BOATING
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Heritage MonumentsSHAHEED MINAR
It looks like a replica of the famous Qutub Minar of delhi
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