Things to do in Mahishadal, West Bengal
Mahishadal is a town in Mahishadal CD block in Haldia subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in the state of West Bengal, India.
5 places to visit in and around Mahishadal, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple is a Hindu ancient temple situated at Tamluk in Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal. The Bargabhima Temple, also known as Vibhash Shakti Peeth and Bhimakali Mandir, is devoted to the goddess Sati.
Wikipedia - 2Phulbag Palace Museum
- 3Gopal Jiu Temple
- 4Mahishadal Rajbari
Like other Raj families in the area, Mahishadal also belonged to a Mahishya family. They belonged to the royal Bhumihar family and it was founded by Bhuiyan Ray Mahapatra. The zamindari was held for over a century by this Bhumihar family ti
- 5Mahishadal Raj Gadh
Best time to visit Mahishadal
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan19°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb23°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar28°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr30°CHot
- May31°CHot
- Jun30°CRainy
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug28°CRainy
- Sep28°CRainy
- Oct27°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov23°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec19°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 19°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 23°C | 22 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 28°C | 31 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 30°C | 54 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 149 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 249 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 363 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 341 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 288 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 167 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 23°C | 30 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 19°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Mahishadal
- Nearest railway station: Satish Samanta (SSPH), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 69 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Mahishadal costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Mahishadal is not included.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Mahishadal?
The best known are Bargabhima Temple, Phulbag Palace Museum, Gopal Jiu Temple, Mahishadal Rajbari, Mahishadal Raj Gadh.
When is the best time to visit Mahishadal?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Mahishadal?
Nearest railway station: Satish Samanta (SSPH), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 69 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Mahishadal cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Mahishadal is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.