Why is Birbhum famous for?

Often called “the land of red soil”, Birbhum is noted for its topography and its cultural heritage which is somewhat different from the other districts in West Bengal. The western part of Birbhum is a bushy region, a part of the Chota Nagpur Plateau.

What is rampurhat famous for?

The town is known for stone crushers and mines, which are situated on the Bengal – Jharkhand border (most are in Jharkhand).

Why is santiniketan famous?

Shantiniketan, a veritable abode of peace and tranquility, is famous for the world renowned Viswa Bharati University founded by Rabindranath Tagore in 1921. The university has a unique setting for imparting education, with classes held in the open.

Which river is in Birbhum?

Only two are rivers of any magnitude , viz., the Mor and the Ajay, the latter of which marks the southern boundary, while the Mor runs through Birbhum from West to East.

What fell in Tarapith?

Sati
Tarapith, a holy religious place, is situated in a village Tarapur under Rampurhat Police Station of Rampurhat Sub-Division in the district of Birbhum. It is said to be so called because the eye ball (tara) of Sati fell here.

Is Viswabharati open for tourists?

One can visit the Vishva Bharati University in Shantiniketan from 9 am to 5 pm on all days of the week. There is no entry fee to visit the campus.

What can I buy from Shantiniketan?

Home to an amazing variety of handicrafts, Santiniketan is a shoppers paradise. Leather bags, jewellery, pottery, terracotta, stoneware, books—the list of things you find here is extensive, the prices unbelievable.

How many MPS are there in Birbhum district?

Member of Parliament

Sl. No.	Name of Member of Parliament	No. & Name of A.C.
1	Sri Asit Kumar Mal	41 Bolpur (S.C.) P.C.
2	Smt Satabdi Roy	42 Birbhum P.C.