About Shantipur :
Shantipur was a popular centre of Sanskrit learning and literature in past. The city is also famous for the Topkhana Mosque, built by Fauzder Gazi Mohammad Yaar Khan, during the reign of Mughal Ruler Aurangzeb. Another famous place in the city is the Shayam Chand Temple, built in conventional ‘Aatchala’ style. Jaleshwar Temple and Adwaita Prabhu Temple are other temples in Shantipur that you should visit.
General Information about Shantipur :
Location: Nabadwip
State: West Bengal
Capital: Kolkata
Language: Bengali, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 42˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: September to March
How to Reach Shantipur :
By Air:
There is no direct air route to Nabadwip. The nearest airport to the city is the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport of Kolkata, which is about 114 km away. From Kolkata, there is a direct bus service to the place.
By Rail:
The railhead of the city is known as Nabadwip Ghat station. Many local and express trains pass through the station. After you reach the Nabadwip Ghat station, you will have to cross over to Nabadwip by boat.
By Road:
There is direct road connectivity to Nabadwip from Kolkata. Direct buses, private cabs and reserved taxis are available from the city. Special buses from Kolkata also take tourists directly to the Mayapur ISCKON in Nabadwip.