Mayapur

Mayapur is a small, charming village on the banks of the Ganges, which merges with the river Jalangi on the southern side. It is located near Nabadwip, 130 km north of Calcutta. This magical, multicultural jewel in West Bengal is known for its historical and philosophical wealth. It is adorned with many temples small and large, as well as mosques, which are colorfully painted, and each one shines for its own special characteristics.

 

The brightly-dressed people from different places in India and around the world contribute to the diversity of this region. Hundreds of recipes for sweet, sour, spicy and bitter preparations, with vegetables, fruits, nuts and berries from all over the region round off the culinary experience.

Situated between these two rivers, we have the opportunity to hike, bike, go on boat trips, swim or just sit comfortably and let the mood of the streets and squares sink in. Buffalo carts and the newest Toyota or Mercedes intersect when we hear – already from a far away distance – the loudly honking horns from the local buses. The people here are simple, happy, open and tolerant. Hindus, Moslems, and Christians from all walks of life; poor and rich coexist in a homogeneous symbiosis. Mayapur is an experience that shapes your life permanently.