If you’ve been wanting to travel solo but haven’t taken the plunge yet, Shantiniketan is the perfect warm-up. It’s safe, friendly, calm and full of beautiful things to explore at your own pace.

Start your day at Resort Neel Nirjan with tea by the Kopai River. There’s something magical about sitting alone with water, breeze and silence — it gives your mind the quiet it rarely gets.

Then head into town. Shantiniketan is made for wandering:
• Leafy green roads
• Artistic corners
• Museums
• Open-air classes
• Murals and sculptures

You can sit under a tree and read, walk through the campus, sketch, or simply exist without pressure.

Sonajhuri Haat is another solo-friendly spot. You can browse handcrafts, listen to Baul music and blend into the weekend energy without feeling out of place.

Most importantly, the place is safe. People are helpful, distances are small and the vibe is warm.

A solo trip here teaches you the joy of doing things on your own — not lonely, just peaceful.