Once used to be the prominent part of the Jalpaiguri District, Alipurduar is the newly formed district of North Bengal that is one of the major headquarters of Dooars. Located on the eastern side of the Indo-Bhutan border, the city is one of the most popular tourist destinations of Dooars that flaunts its beauty with historic sites, national parks and dense forests. Alipurduar is also believed to be an integral part of the ancient silk route that connected India with Bhutan used for trading. Being situated on the borderland of Bhutan and sharing state boundaries with Assam, Alipurduar is also known as the gateway to Bhutan and North-East India. From historic significance to being home to numerous sightseeing attractions, the city of Alipurduar is a must-visit place in Dooars.