June 28, 2012
Adra
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| Adra |
Adra is town in the Indian state of
West Bengal. Situated in Perulia district of the state, Adra is a major railway division of South Eastern Railway. The town
is known for Anglo Indian people who live there in considerable number. The
economy of the town is driven by the presence of rail. The place serves to be a
major coal loading division which supplies coal to several power plants of
India.
Adra Railway Junction has rail connections to many railheads of west Bengal
and other parts of the country. Several places of tourist attraction situated
nearby make Adra Railway Junction a
major railhead to get down at. Bankura railway
junction lies on Adra – Midnapur rail line. Bankura is just about 56 km
away from Adra town and is famous for paintings and music. It is an ideal place
to explore modern Bengali art and Architecture. Famous for its terracotta arts
and architecture, Bankura is home to several beautiful and historical
destinations.
Bishnupur is another place of interest one can visit near Adra.
It is famous for silk saris and numerous terracotta temples. One can also visit
the Shatabdi Park with a beautiful natural water reservoir and a reserve
forests. Situated just 5 km away from Adra
Railway Junction, Jaichandi Pahar (hill) is famous for rock climbing and
trekking. Kashipur Rajabari is yet another place of interest located near Adra
town.
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