History of Siliguri

Siliguri has great strategic importance in West Bengal for its placement in such a place where it connects four international borders i.e. China, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan. Side by side it connects North-East with Indian mainland and connected with all other districts of West Bengal. Located at the foot of Eastern Himalaya, Siliguri blessed by its natural beauty and appeals as an indicative trading and transportation hub. Over time, Siliguri has become a commercially progressive city from a little village. Rise of Siliguri as trading center is an engrossing tale. Siliguri victimed by some eminent dynasties like Cheras, Cholas and Pandyas and its countless strategic offerings realised after independence.

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