Kolkata is so a beautiful city in West Bengal. Many Historical and Tourist places are here. Kolkata is a city with a soul. The city celebrates life. No wonder it’s branded as the ‘City of Joy’. So many cultural people live in our city. Our city is also very popular in terms of food.
If you plan
to visit the city, here is a list of all the best places in Kolkata. While some
are iconic, there are some places that are hidden from the touristy crowd of
the city. We want you to come and explore our city.
Victoria
Memorial, Kolkata
Victoria
Memorial is one of the most visited historical places in Kolkata. Named after
Queen Victoria, it now serves as a museum and is perfect for history lovers.
There are light shows held in the evening. You can also enjoy personal time
around Victoria Garden place if you wish. We recommend spending at least 2-3
hours learning about our country’s past.
Timing:
Museum - 10:00
am to 5:00 pm, Closed on Mondays and National Holidays.
Gardens -
5:30 am to 6:15 pm, Every Day.
Entry Fee:
Museum - ₹
20 for Indians, ₹ 500 for foreign nationals
Gardens - ₹
10 per person
Howrah
Bridge, Kolkata
Howrah Bridge
is one of the top places to visit in Kolkata. Howrah Bridge is a nice place if
you want to spend some time alone with just the Ganga in front of you. Sit here
in silence while observing the fishermen do their work at dawn. Many of us know
it as a haunted place.
Park
Street, Kolkata
Park Street
has become a hub for people who want to chill out in the evening. This place
has more cafes and restaurants. Many marketplaces, iconic clubs and pubs here.
Dakshineswar
Kali Temple, Kolkata
The temple
is the most popular and very oldest. From experience we can say, Bengalis have
a flexible relationship with Gods. The temple is situated at Dakhneswar, a town
in the district of North 24 Parganas. The temple was founded by Rani Rashmoni.
Kumortuli,
Kolkata
Durga Puja
is one of the most important festivals not only in Bengal. There is a small
locality in North Kolkata where a community is made of the idols of God. Known
for their expertise in sculpting these idols from clay. We recommend going and
watching how the Durga idols are made in Kumortuli.
College
Street, Kolkata
College
Street, also called ‘Boi Para’. Largest book market in Kolkata. And also, the largest
market for 2nd handbooks. If you are a book lover and want to shop
for books in Kolkata, there is no better place than college street.
South Park
Cemetery, Kolkata
The tombs
of South Park Street Cemetery were built by the saddening family members. Park Street
Cemetery is always a mysterious place in Kolkata. This place is equal parts beautiful
and equal parts haunted.
Alipore Zoo,
Kolkata
Every year
many people come to visit Kolkata. Alipore Zoological Garden is one of the
oldest and largest Zoos in India. The Zoo is so big it will take you about four
hours to tour it completely. Here you can see a lot of animals like the Bengal
Tiger, African Lion, Jaguar, Leopard, White Tiger, Hyena, etc.
New Town Eco Park, Kolkata
Eco Park is
the largest popular resting place in Kolkata. Spread over 480 acres, it is
located in Newtown. You can come with your family and your friends. The Eco
Park in Kolkata has been divided into three-zone, namely Ecological Zones, such
as the wetland, grasslands and theme Gardens.
Belur Math,
Kolkata
Belur Math
is the headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission, founded by swami
Vivekananda. It is located on the west bank of the Hooghly River, West Bengal. This
is a perfect place to get away from the turmoil of the mind.
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