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	Dooars Travel, Dooars Hotels, Dooars Travel Agent, Dooars Tours, Dooars Travel Guide, Dooars Tour Packages, West ...
		About Dooars : Dooars is an unmatched area located in the north of the state of West Bengal, full of natural beauty and lengthy stretches of forests and greenery.
		The Dooars famous for its luxurious tea plantations and the wild life sanctuaries nearby, is actually a stretch of virgin forests with a natural network of the River Teesta with its innumerous tributaries.
		The Dooars valley is specially noted for its wild life sanctuaries more famous being the Jaldapara wild life sanctuary and the Buxa Tiger Reserve.
	www.t2india.com /place-info.php?place=566-Dooars (349 words)

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		As stated, the twin objective of the festival is to project and present the multi-splendoured rich diversity of life and culture pervading the length and breadth of Dooars and to highlight and harness the potentialities for the development of tourism and economy.
		Dooars’ innumerable streams, rivulets and rivers, its irresistible range of high hills and lofty mountains with virgin trekking routes, magnificent verdant forests, rich wildlife, lush green tea gardens and its pluralized society enriched by many tribes and indigenous people are just too tempting to be missed out on.
		Dooars Utsav is just an instrument, a vehicle to showcase and project the many inherent strengths for development of the entire region rightly christened as Dooars, meaning the portals to the Dragon Kingdom of neighbouring Bhutan.
	www.wbgov.com /English/Departments/Duars_Utsav.doc (1357 words)

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		Dooars is one of the very few places left in the country where nature is so lavish of her green facilities.
		The Dooars valley stretching from River Teesta on the west to River Sankosh on the east, over a span of 130 km by 40 km, forms a major part of Jalpaiguri district.
		The Dooars valley is specially noted for its wildlife sanctuaries, the most notable of which are the National Park of Gorumara (75 km from Siliguri), Chapramari forests (68 km from Siliguri), the Buxa Tiger Reserve (200 km from Siliguri) and the Jaldapara Sanctuary (124 km from Siliguri).
	www.exploreindiatours.com /door-of-the-himalayas.htm (745 words)

	Stayres India - Online Secure Hotel Reservation in Siliguri & Dooars, Discounted hotels in Siliguri & Dooars
		The Dooars valley is specially noted for its wild life sanctuaries, the most notable of, which are the national park of Gorumara, the Mahananda Sanctuary, the Buxa Tiger Reserve and Jaldapara Sanctuary.
		Dooars is full of wildlife with the lush greenery, huge tall trees and grass providing perfect cover.
		The Dooars Valley is especially noted for the wildlife sanctuaries at Jaldapara, Buxa Tiger Project, Gorumara and Chapramari.
	www.stayresindia.com /siliguri-dooars.html (393 words)

	Dooars
		The Dooars valley (also called Duars) stretching from River Teesta on the west to River Sankosh on the east, an area coving roughly 130 km by 40 km, the Dooars forms major part of the Jalpaiguri district.
		The name Dooars is derived from 'doors' as the region is the gateway to the entire north-east India and Bhutan.
		Dooars is famous for its rich biodiversity and forests.
	www.east-himalaya.com /dooars/index.htm (223 words)

	West Bengal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
		DOOARS :- Where nature breathes romance and indigenous wild life and exotic avi-fauna adds mystery and charm to this weird land.
		A visit to dooars one will wittness lush green tea gardens thick savanna forests, with sub tropical climate, crystal clear rivers and above all the exotic floara and faunas of this region.
		The Dooars comprises of deciduous forests, which are densely wooded, and grasslands and is home to some of West Bengal's most varied flora and fauna.
	www.happyjourneytourism.com /destinations/wb/dooars.htm (2033 words)

	Nagrakata Substation: TRA
		The area under tea in Dooars in West Bengal is about 68,000 ha and is located between 89° to 89°9'N latitude and 26°3' to 26°8'E longitude.
		One is Mal sand in Western Dooars, which consists of fine quartz accompanied by a large percentage of talc and potash mica.
		Dolomite rocks are found to the north of Central and Eastern Dooars and some limestone deposits also lie scattered in the foothills of this region.
	www.tocklai.net /nagarkata (670 words)

	Dooars, Dooars in West Bengal, Dooars Wildlife Regions, Dooars Wildlife Zone - India Travelog
		Dooars is a heaven for those who appreciate nature's beauty and I was one of them.
		Dooars is famous for its rich bio diversity and forests.
		I also came to know that Dooars derived its name from Door as it is considered the getaway to the North East India as well as Darjeeling Sikkim region.
	www.indiatravelog.com /west-bengal/dooars.html (299 words)

	North Indian Plantation Operation
		The estates in North Bengal are located in an area known as the Dooars and approximately between 50km and 70km from the town of Siliguri (26º54N 88º32E).
		Low hills are present in the Upper Assam area but all the tea estates are located on slopes which are optimal for drainage of water, necessary for ideal tea growing conditions.
		The temperatures in Assam and North Bengal seldom rise above 32ºC or drop below 8ºC. The rainfall is maximum in the Dooars area (average 4000mm) and varies between 2000 mm and 2700 mm in the Assam region.
	www.tatatea.com /nipd.htm (624 words)

	ECOCLUB.com Ecotourism News, Issue 45, February 2003
		Commonly known as "Dooars" this unique 130Km long and 48Km wide narrow corridor of rich bio-diversity is slowly becoming a paradise for Eco-tourists and Wildlife-Nature lovers with a variety of flora, fauna and diverse tribal groups.
		One under the region of "Koch Dynasty" the word "Dooars" derived from the local word "Duar" or Door because of the numerals no of road connection with the neiboring country of Bhutan.
		The average rainfall is 3000 mm and the temperature varies between 4/5 º C (Min) in winter and 35/38º C (Max) in summer except in Neora Valley National Park where the climate in much cooler due to its attitudinal position (8000 to 10, 000 Ft.).
	ecoclub.com /news/045/expert.html (3857 words)

	Mahananda Wildlife Scantuary Siliguri, Darjeeling hills, corner of West Bengal
		After the necessary permission from the forest office near the gate (entry to the forest is allowed between 8 am and 4 pm), we cruised through the dense sal forest that begins almost immediately after the cleared patch housing residential quarters and offices of the department and the Nature Interpretation Centre.
		The water-hole in front of the bungalow is a favourite haunt of the deer, the elephants, etc. and the very lucky may be rewarded with glimpses of a tiger.
		But the jewel in the crown of Dooars is the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary.
	www.indiaprofile.com /wildlife/mahanandascantuary.htm (2278 words)

	Dooars: Where Nature Has Kept Her Doors Wide Open - Travel India - Express Travel & Tourism (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
		Derived from the word ‘Doors’, the Dooars forms a gateway to the hill stations of North Bengal, Sikkim, North-Eastern states and Bhutan.
		The Dooars valley is specially noted for its wildlife sanctuaries, the most notable of which are the National Park of Gorumara (75 km from Siliguri), Chapramai forest (68 km from Siliguri), the Buxa Tiger Reserve (200 km from Siliguri) and the Jaldapara Sanctuary (124 km from Siliguri).
		Jalpaiguri: The larger part of the Dooars valley comes under the Jalpaiguri district of the state.
	www.expresstravelandtourism.com /20020531/travelindia4.shtml (855 words)

	Malaria a 'Near-Epidemic' in Dooars, says RSP Legislator
		Malaria become a "near-epidemic" in the Dooars region of North Bengal claiming 88 lives and afflicting more than 20,000 persons in the past two and a half months, an RSP legislator in West Bengal said today.
		It was mostly tea gardens and forest areas in the Dooars, that were affected by a virulent form of malaria and the affected got "very little" medical attention, he alleged.
		Claiming that the incidence of malarial attacks was much higher than last year, he said there was a dearth of medical and para-medical staff, as well as medicines.
	www.medindia.net /news/view_news_main.asp?x=12558&t=19 (301 words)

	Welcome to the Dooars!
		Not so much known to the world, the Dooars valley stretching from River Teesta on the west to River Sankosh on the east, over a span of 130 km by 40 km, forms a major part of Jalpaiguri district.
		A visit to the greenery of the Dooars and resting a few days and nights in the midst of forests, rivers and wildlife will definitely instill new life and inspiration in a tourist for ever.
		West Bengal Tourism in association with Indian Railways is contemplating to run a special train (the Dooars on Wheels) between Siliguri and Cooch Behar on special occasions so that tourists can easily access the Dooars and enjoy the abundant natural beauty and spirit of the region.
	coochbehar.nic.in /Htmfiles/Dooars.html (726 words)

	Trains kill 2 elephants in India
		A passenger train hit an elephant as it crossed a track in the northern Dooars region of eastern India's West Bengal state Saturday night, said Tapas Bose, a forest officer in the district.
		The Dooars region, home to many wild animals, is about 400 miles north of the state capital, Calcutta.
		A government committee set up after protests by non-governmental organizations has recommended that trains travel at a maximum speed of 18 mph to 25 mph in the forests, especially areas frequented by wild elephant herds, said Animesh Basu of the Himalayan Nature and Adventure Foundation.
	www.chinadaily.com.cn /world/2006-11/20/content_737534.htm (257 words)

	Tea Growing Regions - India and Nepal \| The Simple Leaf
		Just below Darjeeling, the Dooars is a vast region that is not widely known in the west.
		The word "Dooars" is derived from the word "Doors" — literally, the doors to Bhutan, Sikkim and Darjeeling.
		The Dooars, like Assam, is located at a low elevation, and as a result, the tea grown in this district tends to be full-bodied and bold.
	www.thesimpleleaf.com /learn/index.asp?idPage=regions&level=teabasics (880 words)

	eKantipur.com - Nepal's No.1 News Portal
		That the Maoists have established their strong base in Dooars areas is a known fact.
		Vaidya was staying in two rented houses in Dooars before the West Bengal state police arrested him on March 29.
		The West Bengal communist regime still fears that the Nepalis of North Bengal may revive their demand for Gorkhaland because, they think, Ghising betrayed them when Dooars was excluded in the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council.
	www.kantipuronline.com /kolnews.php?&nid=10070 (700 words)

	People of Dooars
		Dooars region of Jalpaiguri has a great importance from anthropological point of view.
		Slowly they together formed a broader society knows as Madesia and became one of the majore ethnic group in the region mostly in tea gardens.
		Rajbansi, a schedule cast group under broader Bengali group, is the largest population in Dooars.
	www.himalayan-adventure.com /dooars/people.htm (171 words)

	Viva en Verde Dooars Green Tea 4 oz \| The Simple Leaf
		We love this delicate Dooars tea as a light evening drink, although it can be enjoyed any time of day, hot or iced.
		Situated in northern West Bengal, with the Eastern Himalayas providing a splendid backdrop, the Dooars region is a texture of forests teeming with wildlife, seemingly limitless tea gardens and babbling rivers.
		The Dooars, like Assam, is located at a low elevation, and as a result, the tea grown in this district tends to be full-bodied.
	www.thesimpleleaf.com /ec/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=18&idproduct=39 (826 words)

	The Telegraph - Calcutta : Business
		In March, crops were down in lower Assam, Cachar, Dooars and almost drought like conditions prevailed in Darjeeling, which had resulted in a supply crunch.
		Most of the CTC tea was sourced from Dooars in north Bengal.
		The Dooars CTC was in high demand from local traders.
	www.telegraphindia.com /1060404/asp/business/story_6054790.asp (384 words)

	Places of Interest in West Bengal
		Dooars is an unmatched area located in the north of the state of West Bengal, full of natural beauty and lengthy stretches of forests and greenery.
		The wild life sanctuaries have an array of wild life, ranging from the royal Bengal tiger to the small Red Panda and from various species of birds to the great Indian Bison and also various species of deer.
		The most convenient entry point to Dooars is through Siliguri by road.
	www.whereincity.com /india/west-bengal/places.php (8648 words)

	The Telegraph - Calcutta : North Bengal & Sikkim
		He was talking at a news meet organised by Dooars Utsav Committee at the Alipurduar circuit house yesterday evening.
		The aim of Dooars Utsav, which started three years ago, is to promote the plains of north Bengal as a popular tourist destination.
		With the forest and railway departments having important roles to play in the promotion of tourism in the Dooars, the committee has decided to ask for funds from them as well.
	www.telegraphindia.com /1061228/asp/siliguri/story_7190950.asp (313 words)

	Dooars, West Bengal Hotel — Sinclairs Hotels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
		Spread over a vast stretch of land 130 kms by 40 kms and consisting of velvety green tea gardens and virgin forests crisscrossed by the river Teesta and its tributaries are the Dooars.
		Gorumara Wildlife Sanctuary, another haven for wildlife, is known for its flora and fauna, rich wild life, which includes elephants, guars, pigs, reptiles, birds and fishes.
		You may enjoy it as a tranquil retreat or a base for exploring the natural attractions of the Dooars; or a convenient access point for adventurous treks, climbs and water-sports; or a venue for the many restorative nature-based therapies available here.
	www.sinclairshotels.com /dooars/index.php3 (274 words)

	Separate logos for Terai, Dooars tea sought - Sify.com
		Siliguri:The Tea Board has been asked to provide separate logos for the Terai and Dooars tea, in order to avoid adulteration in the quality of tea from the two regions.
		West Bengal Minister for Municipal Affairs and Urban Development, Ashok Bhattacharya has said such measures would be in line with the Tea Board's move to stop adulteration of the world famous Darjeeling tea.
		The step would ensure Terai (foothills of the Himalayas in Darjeeling) and Dooars (a region in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri district bordering Bhutan) tea varieties are free from adulteration.
	sify.com /voi/fullstory.php?id=14230865 (233 words)

	Welcome to SWAYAMWARA.COM
		Snowy Himalayas comprise the hill tracts of northern West Bengal, Sikkim and the broad green fields and virgin forests of the Dooars Valley.
		Straddling a ridge at 2134 m and surrounded by tea plantations, Darjeeling is a popular hill station since the British established it as a rest and recreation place in the 1800's.
		In the Dooars too, tourist lodges, tourist centres and forest bungalows exist in Madarihat, Jaldapara, Hollong, Bardabri, Gorumara, Samsing and Malbazar and a PWD bungalow at Jainti.
	www.swayamwara.com /other_services/articles/honeymoon/honeydargil.htm (1187 words)

	West Bengal Tourism - Hills of Bengal - Dooars Valley (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
		Derived from the word ‘doors’, the Dooars forms a gateway to the hill stations of North Bengal and Bhutan.
		The Dooars Valley is specially noted for its wild life sanctuaries, the most notable of which is Jaldapara, offering memorable elephant rides through rhino and tiger forests.
		How to Reach: Siliguri is the gateway to the Dooars as well as Kochbuihar.
	www.wbtourism.com /dooars_valley.htm (239 words)

	Dooars Wildlife (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
		This mixed dry deciduous forest land dotted with grasslands, harbors the largest diversity of mega fauna in West Bengal.
		A large range of foothill forest in North Bengal is called Dooars.
		Regular bus connections between Siliguri and most important spots in the Dooars.
	www.india-travel.com /westbengal/dooars.htm (220 words)

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