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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Mousuni Island is a coastal escape near Kolkata known for beach camping, stargazing and laid-back weekends by the Bay of Bengal]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Garpanchkot brings together Panchet Hill, historic fort ruins and forest trails for an offbeat weekend from Kolkata]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Jhargram combines Sal and Mahua forests, heritage sites and tribal culture for a nature-focused weekend away from Kolkata]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Henry’s Island near Bakkhali offers a relaxed coastal escape with beaches, mangroves and fresh seafood]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ This Independence Day weekend, trade Kolkata's familiar escapes for lesser-known destinations across West Bengal]]></image:caption>
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