Kolkata

Kolkata is stunningly located in the eastern India on the east bank of the pristine River Hooghly. Different facets of city is painted with unique culture and tradition. Blend of modernity and traditional lifestyle of local people adds charm to the colorful city. Explore the rich cultural heritage in the historical wonders of the place. A city holds strong literary and religious flavors and boasts enduring charm of historical buildings that are more than hundred years old.
Popular Tourist Attractions in/ around Kolkata

Howarh Bridge
Howarh Bridge is an excellent example of engineering techniques of the early 20th century. The hanging bridge measure 450 m in length without any pylon in the river. It is one of the busiest bridge catering thousands of vehicles and pedestrians.

Highlights:450 m long bridge without any pylon in the river.



Belur Math
Belur Math, headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission is another place of interest in the city. It was established in 1899 and houses a structure that was designed in a shape of church, temple and mosque.

Highlights:Significant structure designed to be a church, temple and mosque

Eden Garden
Eden Garden is a small and pleasantly laid-out garden, covered with several verdant trees. It also houses one of the largest cricket stadium in India- Eden Gardens Cricket Stadium.

Highlights:Cricket stadium and beautiful gardens.

Fort William
Fort William was constructed 1781. The fort had witnessed an even incident in which many British soldiers along with their families were killed by Siraj-Ud-Daula.

Highlights:Ruins of Fort and a large maiden ground.

Indian Museum
Indian Museum is one of the oldest museum in India, built in 1874. The architectural splendor of the building is worth praising. Museum displays rare collections of archaeological. An original Lion Capitol, the national symbol of India adorn the entrance of the museum.

Highlights:Rare archaeological collection and treasures original Lion Capitol.

Popular Excursions From Kolkota
There are several tourist attractions around Kolkota. Visit Shanti Niketan, situated 136 km from northeast of the city. Bishnupur is another place of interest dotted with unique terracotta temples. The place is also popular for its crafts such as intricate Balucheri saris, beautiful carved shells and other metal artifacts.

Popular Shopping Items/Shopping Centres in Kolkata
Empty your wallets to buy some unique shopping accessories. New Market is a happening shopping centre visited by large number of people from local areas and also neighbouring states. Look for some ethnic outfits in the shops of Park Street. Shakespeare Sarani, Camac Street and Russel street are some good places to hangout. Chowringhee road is a colorful place dotted with variety of paved vendors. Dakshinapan Shopping Complex is popular among youngsters as they can shop for trendy attires at reasonable prices. Apart from local markets there are big air conditioned malls at Charnock City, where you can get branded items.

Kolkata Travel Information

Closest Airport:

• Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

Closest Railway Station:

• Howraha Railway Staion
• Sealdah Railway station

Road Link:

• National Highway 2
• National Highway 6

Local Transport in Kolkata
Local transportation system consists of Kolkata metro, trams and buses. Buses are most preferred mode of transportation used by localites as it is cheap. Apart from that yellow metered taxis and auto rickshaw can be hired to travel across the city. In some areas cycle rickshaws and hand pulled rickshaws are used to cover the short distance.


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