The Maheshganj Estate at Balakhana, Nadia is a perfect weekend getaway from the hustle bustle of the city. Once an indigo planter’s bungalow that has an Italian origin, French style and a rich colonial history, the estate has now been converted into a heritage home stay. While the estate itself is sufficient to keep you occupied with its large open acres, gardens and antiques, other nearby attractions include a boat ride down the Jalangi River or to the Purbasthali oxbow lake to watch migrant fowls, river dolphins and ducks. Get more deets on this here.