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Kolkata to Digha & Mandarmani: Weekend Beach Escape Road Trip
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A 185 km drive through Bengal's countryside for fresh seafood, sea breeze, and beach drives.
The 185 km highway drive from Kolkata to Digha via NH 16 and NH 116B is Bengal's favorite weekend road trip.
Pitstop Highlights:
• Kolaghat Food Hub: Famous for hot Kochuri, Hilsa fish fry, and strong clay-pot Cha (tea).
• Mandarmani Drive: Drive onto the long flat hard-sand beach stretch of Mandarmani for ocean views.
• Digha Promenade: Evening walks along the sea wall with fresh pomfret and prawn stalls.