Ace travel solutions invites you to be part of a traveling tradition that dates back 5000 years. Follow in the footsteps of these historic wayfarers for a kaleidoscopic look at the timeless cultural fabric that binds these fascinating people together. Discover the enchanting cities. Gaze in wonder at manmade and natural beauties beyond compare. Revel in the magic and mystery of ancient cultures, virtually untouched since the dawn of modern time. Feel the palpable spirituality, which permeates the glorious spectacle that is life on this magnificent sub-continent. This region encompasses some of the most extraordinary scenery, religious monuments and vibrant cultural hubs that can be found in the Subcontinent. Capture the highlights of a region of unforgettable contrasts on a journey through West Bengal, Sikkim and Bhutan!
West Bengal is a land of exotic beauty and charm. It is the gateway to the eastern part of India. A state rich with heritage, bustling streets, wild life, music, dance, drama, festivals and yummy food. West Bengal is famous for its ethnic and cultural diversity. Right from the mighty Himalayas in the north to the sea-caressed beaches in the south, it is an enchanting expedition over the verdant plains, hilly terrains, forests and the wonderful mangrove forests - the Sunderbans.
The region has its beginning in the Vedic times and was known as Vanga. The Aryans settled here after the Vedic period and many principalities and kingdoms were formed. Many dynasties exercised their control over Bengal. The dynasties of Palas, the Pundras, Guptas, Mauryas and the Sens ruled over the region before the Mughals took control. The proximity to the sea also resulted in the influence with the foreigners -- the Portuguese in the early 16th century, the Dutch in about 1632, the French influence between 1673-1676, the Danish in 1676 and British in 1690. The battle of Plassey (1757) and the battle of Buxar (1764) sealed the fate of the Mughal rule. In 1905 the English partitioned Bengal on the basis of religion. Calcutta remained the Capital of the British Empire in India till 1911. The cradle of Indian renaissance and the National Freedom movement, the perfect blend of Art, Education & Religion, Heritage & Culture, Wildlife & Nature – WEST BENGAL!
