There are a few places like architectural ruins which take you back to the past and in this process rejuvenates your tired soul. Garpanchkot is one of those ruins. The ruins here remind you of the Kashipur palace and fort which were built in the late 18^th Century.

The structure was inspired by the colonial architectural style with a temple upon the Panchet Hill. During the Maratha Bargi attack, the palace, fort, and the temple succumbed to continue as a reminiscence of the past glory of Kashipur.

Garpanchkot ruins are to be found in the backdrop of the beautiful setting of green Panchet Hills, Panchet Dam with Damodar river flowing underneath. Along with the ruins, the abandoned temple made in the Panchratna style, you can also visit the Biharinath Temple, Biharinath Hill, Baranti Lake, and Jaychandi Hills. You would love the walk along the green tropical trees dotted here.

For staying, Garpanchkot Hotels, as well as Garpanchkot resorts, are located nearby the spot. The best places to book your stay in Garpanchkot are Panchet Residency and WBFDC Garpanchkot Resort. To reach the place you need to stop at Asansol station and take a cab from Asansol to Garpanchkot.

On a weekend holiday after busy work schedules, just visit Garpanchkot ruins, to stop for a moment, contemplate the fact that nothing is permanent and return to the daily chores.