Maithon has always been a happening holidaymaker’s destination. It has become friendlier because of its location. It is in the banks of the famous river Barakar and in the district of Dhanbad. There are many places to visit nearby but the main attraction is definitely the Maithon dam.
How to reach: Maithon is just 250 kms away from main Kolkata. You are free to take the Durgapur expressway and opt Kalyaneshwari Road if you are travelling by car. If you prefer train then there are many trains from Howrah and you can easily reach Asansol. Trekkers and private taxis are widely available from there. You can get down to Mugma Railway Station and avail the local transport.
Where to stay: If you are visiting Maithon then you will find many options of good stay over there. Government run bungalow and resorts are always there but during the peak time of the year, booking is must much before. Apart from that, there are private luxurious and budget hotels too. There are also conveniences of online booking of the hotels.
What to see: If you are taking a tour to Maithon, then try not to miss the beautiful sunrise and sunset. Forest walking can give you a romantic feel too. There are options of boating in the lakes. Maithon Dam is the main point of magnetism. If you are a spiritual person, then pay your visit to Kalyaneshwari temple. Besides, Garpanchkot and Biharinath are worth a visit. Natural beauty can offer you new definitions of love altogether.