Tour to Kolkata India

While holidaying in Kolkata, there are a number of interesting landmarks worth visiting. You don't need a ticket to see some of these places. These places are a must on your trip to Kolkata. If you have missed them, you haven't seen anything in Kolkata!

Victoria Memorial:

As the name suggests, this beautiful edifice in white-marble was built in the memory of Queen Victoria. It is the most enduring one that gets one nostalgic about the British Raj in India. The memorial when lit in the night, gives a fascinating site. It has been now converted in a museum housing the most impressive collection belonging to the days of Raj.

Eden Garden:

Famous all around the world, this place is synonymous with Indian Cricket. It is located in the northwest corner of the city, and is counted among the best cricketing ground. It houses both cricket ground and a well laid out garden by the same name.

Birla Planetarium:

This one of the largest planetarium of its kind in the world seems like Buddhist stupa at Sanchi at one instance. Regular shows in Hindi and English are held here. A good place for entertainment and information.

Kali Mandir:

This temple is dedicated to Kali, goddess of destruction. It is also known as Kalighat. The temple was rebuilt on the site of the actual temple. This is the temple from which the old village 'Kalikata' took its name, which, in turn, also gave the city its name.

Howrah Bridge or Rabindra Setu:

This marvelous bridge is an excellent example of engineering techniques of the early 20th century. The whole bridge is 450 m long without any pylon in the river. It is a cantilever bridge, which keeps on bustling with people and vehicles throughout the day.

Indian Museum:

Built in 1874, it is a beautiful structure. Being one of the oldest museums in India, it has one of the rare collections of archeological. The entrance to the museum houses an original Lion Capitol, the national symbol of India. It is the finest place to explore the history of Kolkata and India.

BBD Bagh:

Binoy Badal Dines is the main administrative center of Kolkata. When Kolkata was the capital of British India, was the center of power. This is the place that houses the now famous Writer's Building and the old Fort William.

Other important sites that can be visited are Fort William, Maidan, Dakshineshwar Kali Temple, Belur Math , Botanical Garden, Marble Palace, Tagore House, Church of St John, Nakhoda Mosque, Raj Bhawan, Town Hall and St. Paul's Cathedral.

Tour to Kolkata