Travel Kolkata, India

Kolkata is the second largest city of India. It is astadium of India. It is one of the important tourist
cosmopolitan city. It is situated on the banks of theattractions of the city. It is the oldest and finest cricket
river Hooghly. The city is an excellent portrait ofplayground of India. It was constructed in 1864. The first
architectural monuments and palaces of historictest match was played in 1934 and first ODI match
importance, hence known as "City of Palaces" also. Awas played in 1987. At present it has a capacity of
17th century village, Kolkata is not an ancient city but itaround 120,000 persons.
is the expansionist ambitions of the British when theyBirla Planetarium: It is one of the largest museums in
have chosen it for their trade settlements. It wasAsia. Birla Education Trust founded this center of
selected because its strategic location that isscience, communication & environment in 1962. It is
protected by the Hooghly River to the west, by creeksituated at the Eastern metropolitan bypass of Kolkata.
to the north and by salt lakes to the east. It is one ofIt provides useful information about our solar system,
the four metropolitan cities of India along with Delhi,galaxies, life span of stars, space, planets and other
Mumbai, and Chennai. Kolkata has some the finestheavenly bodies in the most interactive manner via
British Raj edifices built in a variety of styles. A city ofaudio video aids. Birla planetarium is a single storied
Joy and Love, Grandeur and Glory, Kolkata is full of lifecircular building of Indian style. The astronomy gallery
and bustle verging on the traditional occupations withhas a sizable collection of paintings and celestial
modern outlook. Kolkota has the imprints of the Britishmodels of renowned astronomers.
architecture, as the city was one of the mainHowrah Bridge: Howrah Bridge that stands on two
administrative blocks under the British rule. At present it270 feet high pillars is located across Hoogli River in
is a major commercial city consisting of industrial andKolkata. It was constructed in 1874. It is the busiest
corporate houses. The city becomes a lively placebridge of the world. This bridge connects the city of
during Durga Puja. Film Festival and music conferencesHowrah to Kolkata. It is known as 'Rabindra Setu' also.
are organized at regular intervals to encourage culturalIt serves as a Road Bridge at present. It has two sister
genius of India.bridges named as Vidyasagar Setu and Vivekananda
Kolkata is the birthplace of British Empire and theSetu, situated over the Hoogly River at different points.
home of late Mother Teresa and Rabindra NathThis bridge is a symbol of Kolkata.
Tagore therefore it is regarded as the cultural andMarble Palace: The Marble Palace was constructed in
intellectual capital of India. The city has some of India's1835. It is an exquisite art gallery that houses the
prime sites such as Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial,exquisite pieces of art, sculptures, pictures & oil
St. Paul's Cathedral, Eden Gardens, Kalighat templepaintings. The highlight of this palace is the Reuben's
and bustling narrow streets. Kolkata was once themasterpieces. You can also find the original paintings
capital city of British India and the Gateway to India tillrenowned painters such as Rembrandt, Reynolds and
1912. Hence this city consists of imperial monuments,Van Goyen etc. It has a zoo too where you can find
cultural bonds and religious flavors. Drama, theatre,rare birds.
music, song and dance are integral parts of the culture.Writers Building: This Gothic structure was built under
The city offers a variety of dishes, cuisines and widethe aegis of Lt. Governor Ashley Eden in 1877. The
range of sweets. It is recommended to taste KolkataKolkata writers' Building is situated close to Dalhousie
Rassagolla (famous sweet of India) while visiting theSquare. At present it serves as the secretariat of
city.government of west Bengal. It is also known as
Kolkata is a bed of roses for the rich and paradise for'Mahakaran'. It is named owing to the fact that the
the destitute. It is an amalgamation of millions of peoplejunior writers of the East India Company utilized it. The
of diverse ethnic, social and cultural backgrounds.new building is more significant and different from the
Kolkata might shock or seduce you but it will leave anoriginal writers building. Both of these are erected on
indelible impression on you. To understand India, a trip tothe same site.
Kolkata is vital.Nicco Park: This is an amusement park situated at salt
Kolkata Tourist Attractionslake. It can be termed as the Disneyland of India. It is a
Fort William: This famous edifice was erected duringspacious park covering about 40-acre land. It is one of
British rule in 1696. It was named after King William III ofthe biggest amusement parks in India inaugurated in
England. This fort was attacked by Siraj Ud Daulah,1991. Nicco Park is popularly called Jheel Meel. It is the
the Nawab of Bengal during the war of Plassey infun and entertainment destination for kids and adults. It
1757 and British army was defeated. Then Robertis crowded on weekends. It has beautiful rose garden
Clive constructed a new fort in 1780. Fort William wasand Food Park. Nicco Park has obtained ISO 9002 and
built to prevent attacks from Muslim invaders. Theit has certification from a renowned European
foundation of the old fort is still intact. At present it is acertifying authority.
military area with arsenal. It can be visited with priorSaheed Minar: This magnificent monument was
permission from authorities. It is a must visit touristestablished in 1848 to mark the Sir David Ochterlony's
attraction of Kolkata.victory in the Nepal war in 1816. It is known as
Victoria Memorial: Victoria memorial is an excellentOcterloney Monument initially after the name of its
museum that was established in 1921. Sir Williamfounder. Its foundation is based on the Egyptian style
Emerson, President of the British Institute of Architects,and its dome follows Syrian and Turkish designs. The
designed and planned this monument. It is a 184 ft highOcterloney monument renamed 'Sahid Minar' in 1969 in
building constructed on 64 acres of land. In thisthe honor of freedom fighters of the country. At
museum you can see photos and effigies of prominentpresent it is the venue of political meetings and
personalities. Victoria memorial is one of the finest artconvocations initiated by Rabindranath Tagore in 1931.
museums of Kolkata.You may behold the spectacular view of Kolkata City
Eden Gardens: Eden garden is a historical cricketfrom the top of the Shaheed Minar.