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Assam Valley tea gardens are located in Assam state, while Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Dooars are in West Bengal.
Nalanda University was located in Bihar, though it had significant influence across Eastern India including West Bengal.
The Sundarbans contribute to West Bengal's economy through fishing, honey production, tourism, and serve as a natural cyclone barrier, while maintaining ecological importance.
Salt Lake City in Kolkata has developed into a significant IT and information technology hub, with numerous software companies and tech parks.
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and his disciple Swami Vivekananda established the Ramakrishna Mission in Kolkata, which has become a major spiritual and educational institution in India.
West Bengal was reorganized into 23 administrative districts following the creation of new districts in 2011 and subsequent administrative divisions.
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (1881) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its outstanding engineering and the unique rack rail system used to navigate steep gradients.
The Kolkata International Film Festival, held biennially, is one of India's most prestigious film festivals, showcasing international and Indian cinema.
West Bengal shares borders with Bangladesh (southeast), Bhutan (north), Nepal (northwest), and China (Tibet region in the north).
Kalimpong is a picturesque hill station in Darjeeling district, famous for its orchids, flower nurseries, and scenic Himalayan views.