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Kolkata

(Also known as Calcutta )

West Bengal | India
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Kolkata is categorised as Riverside / Business and Transit


Howrah Bridge (Photo Courtesy: Manuel Menal)
Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata - 2013
Victoria Memorial
Nikko Park and Science Centre (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
Prinsep Memorial
Ganga River
Vidhya Setu
Writers Building (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
Sandesh - Typical Bengali Sweet in Kolkata
Typical Kolkata Taxi
Dakshineshwar Kali Temple
Pareshnath Temple
Birla Temple
Rasmanch temple - Bishnupur (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
Rasmanch temple - Bishnupur (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
lalji temple - Bishnupur (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
Keshtray Temple - Bishnupur (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)
Gangasagar Pilgrimage - Photo Courtesy WB Tourism
St Pauls Cathedral (Photo Courtesy: Ankitesh Jha)
Park Street Cemetery (Photo Courtesy: Giridhar Appaji Nag Y)
Belur Math (Photo Courtesy: TheMandarin)
Nakhoda Mosque (Photo Courtesy: Sabih)
Kalighat Temple (Photo Courtesy: Sankarrukku)
Great Banyan Tree (Photo Courtesy: Biswarup Ganguly)
Parshwanath Jain Temple (Photo Courtesy: Michael Douglas Bramwell)
St Johns Church Kolkata (Photo Courtesy: Rangan Datta Wiki)
Indian Museum (Photo Courtesy: Mjanich)
Interior Room of the Mansion (Photo Courtesy: Mark Hillary)
Rabindra Nath Tagore Museum (Photo Courtesy: P.K.Niyogi)
Marble Palace (Photo Courtesy: Mjanich)
Birla Industrial and Technology Museum (Photo Courtesy: Biswarup Ganguly)
Gangasagar Fair Transit Camp (Photo Courtesy: Biswarup Ganguly)
Maa Tara Temple Tarapith (Nivalink Trip Dated - 16 February 2011)

Reasons to Visit
  • Kolkata is capital city of West Bengal and access point for visiting destinations of East and North East India for International travellers
  • Kolkata has long been a port city and a metro city of India.
  • Kolkata is study of contrasts. While howrah or old Kolkata still is crowded (for what Kolkata is infamous for), Salt Lake City and areas around Carmac Street, Russel Street, Chowranghee Lane are all very modern and where tourists (Business as well as leisure) stay.
  • Kolkata is steeped in colonial heritage and there are many monuments that are visited as part of the experience.
  • Pilgrimage travellers to Kolkata visit Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineshwar Temple, Birla Temple and Belur Math
  • For Experiential travellers Kolkata cuisine experience (especially sweets and street food) is popular
  • Kolkata is typically visited as a transit destination for visiting other parts of East India. Kolkata lies in close proximity to Sunderban, a world heritage site having Royal Bengal Tigers and hence is visited as a part of fixed 2-night itinerary from here.
  • Kolkata is also base point for several riverine cruiseliners covering Suderban and Heritage North of West Bengal (Murshidabad etc).
  • Kolkata is base point to visit pilgrim destinations or Midnapore, Tarapith and Gangasagar (Day visits).
Know It
  • Airport is 15 kms from this area and there are no good airport hotels (except SWISSOTEL) and most guests are required to stay 15 kms away in transit.
Recommendations
  • Major Sikh Pilgrimage Destinations in India"Gurdwara Bari Sangat is the most notable historical Gurdwara in Kolakata(West Bengal). The Gurdwara was visited by Guru Nanak Dev & Guru Tegh Bahadur and therefore visited by Sikhs as a Pilgrimage"
  • Shaktipeetha Temples in East India"Kalighat Temple originally built in the 12th century, is one of the most prominent temples in Kolkata and regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peetha. Kalighat Temple is popularly visited by all Indian travellers to Kolkata. "
  • Popular International Traveller Hubs in India"Arrival Hub for International travellers into India for destinations of East and North East India (even Bangladesh)."
  • Metro and Major Cities in India"Kolkata is renowned for its cuisine and is business hub of east India. Old city of Kolkata is full of experiences. Kolkata is one to visit for travellers enroute to North East India, North Bengal and Sikkim."
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Kolkata has 32 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

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Mid-segment7
Premium18
Luxury6
Experiential1
Type of HotelsCount
Hotel30
Resort1
Homestay1

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8 verified holiday itineraries are listed for Kolkata

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Getaway (1-3 nights)3
Short Break (4-6 nights)5

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List of Holidays for Kolkata

Getaway

  • Kolkata City Break (2 Nights)
  • Kolkata Heritage Break (2 Nights)
  • Kolkata Pilgrim Break (3 Nights)

Short Break

  • Kolkata Extended Pilgrim Break (4 Nights)
  • Kolkata Heritage Break With Sunderbans (5 Nights)
  • Odisha with Gangasagar (5 Nights)
  • West Bengal Pilgrim and Heritage Break (5 Nights)
  • West Bengal Pilgrim and Heritage Break with Digha (6 Nights)

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Kolkata has 25 Transport services that can be booked online. Click here for reviewing and booking them.

Airport Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel in Park Street, KolkataRs. 889
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel in Rajarhat, KolkataRs. 908
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel in SarisaRs. 1451
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel near Airport, KolkataRs. 908
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel near Alipore, Kolkata Rs. 969
Pickup/Drop between Kolkata Airport and Hotel near Science City, KolkataRs. 908

Day Sightseeing

ServicesRates Starting From
Full Day Kolkata SightseeingRs. 2223
Half Day Kolkata SightseeingRs. 2000
Kolkata to Bishnupur visit and backRs. 5834
Kolkata to Gangasagar visit and backRs. 3667
Kolkata to Haldia visit and backRs. 4445
Kolkata to Midnapore visit and backRs. 4445
Kolkata to Tarapith Visit and backRs. 8667

Point to Point Transport

ServicesRates Starting From
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to DighaRs. 6112
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to DurgapurRs. 5556
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to HaldiaRs. 6648
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to MidnaporeRs. 5681
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to MukutmanipurRs. 8334
Kolkata Pickup and Drop to SanthiniketanRs. 5556

Railway Station Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel in Park Street, KolkataRs. 945
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel in Rajarhat, KolkataRs. 945
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel in SarisaRs. 1945
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel near Airport, KolkataRs. 945
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel near Alipore, KolkataRs. 945
Pickup/Drop between Howrah Railway Station and Hotel near Science City,KolkataRs. 945

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Kolkata has 16 Add Ons approved and listed with Nivalink.

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Experience2
Walking Tours15

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Experience

Services Rates Starting From
Bengali Cooking LessonsRs. 3000
Kolkata City TourRs. 5000

Walking Tours

Services Rates Starting From
A walk through ChowringheeRs. 1500
A Walk through the British CalcuttaRs. 1500
Bengali Cooking LessonsRs. 3000
Book lovers KolkataRs. 1500
Cultures of KolkataRs. 1500
Kolkata Street Foodies WalkRs. 2500
Park Street WalkRs. 1500
The Bengali KolkataRs. 1500
The Photographers WalkRs. 2223
Victoria Memorial WalkRs. 1500
Walk by the HooghlyRs. 1500
Walk by the Hooghly RiverRs. 2223
Walk through Kolkata’s British HeritageRs. 2223
Walk through Old CalcuttaRs. 2223
Walk to the Parks of KolkataRs. 2223

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Destination Ideas

  • Assam Bengal - Hugli Cruises
  • Kolkata Break
  • Kolkata Pilgrim Getaway
  • Pilgrimage Day Excursions ex-Kolkata
  • Sunderban Cruises by Vivada Cruise
  • Vivada Cruises – West Bengal Heritage Circuit

Stay Ideas

  • Vedic Village Luxury Getaway
  • Vedic Village Spa Getaway

Festivals linked to Kolkata (West Bengal)

  • Durga Puja
  • Gangasagar Mela

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  • Places to Visit
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Nakhoda Mosque is a large mosque and impressive for any visitor. It has three domes and two minarets which are 151 feet high. There are an additional 25 smaller minarets which range from 100 feet to 117 feet high. Must visit for a heritage traveller.
    Mosque or Dargah
    Mosque
    1
    The Jorasanko Thakur Bari is the ancestral home of the Tagore family. It is located on the Rabindra Bharati University campus. It is the house in which Rabindranath Tagore was born and lived most of his life. A museum is set up here and regular programmes are conducted here.
    Museum
    Heritage Museum
    2
    Marble Palace is a nineteenth-century mansion in North Kolkata renowned for its marble walls and floors.The house contains large quantities of Western sculpture and Victorian furniture, paintings by European and Indian artists.
    Heritage Site
    Colonial Heritage
    2
    Howrah Bridge on river hooghly connects Kolkata to Howrah and is a real colonial era architectural marvel.
    Heritage Site
    Colonial Heritage
    3
    Not so well visited place but worth a visit for photographers and history / architecture buffs. One of the oldest (1787) churches in Kolkata.
    Church
    Roman Catholic Church
    3
    Parshwanath Jain Temple is a major tourist attraction in Kolkata. The temple was built in 1867 and well maintained till today and renowned for its architecture.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Jain Temple
    4
    Mother house is erstwhile home of Mother Teresa and gives guests visiting it insight in to social work carried out by the organisation for welfare of the poor. Its insightful experience and tranquility of area makes it a must visit.
    Institute
    Social Welfare
    4
    The Park Street Cemetery, was one of the earliest non-church cemeteries in the world, and probably the largest Christian cemetery outside Europe and America in the 19th century. Opened in 1767 on what was previously a marshy area, the cemetery was in use until about 1830 and is now a heritage site, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
    Heritage Site
    Colonial Heritage
    4
    St Pauls Cathedral conforms to the Neo-Gothic or the Gothic Revival style of architecture that was greatly patronized by the British during the days of the colonial era. It is now a major tourist attraction in Kolkata and visited alongwith Victoria Memorial Hall.
    Church
    Roman Catholic Church
    5
    The Indian Museum is the largest museum in India and has rare collections of antiques, armour and ornaments, fossils, skeletons, mummies, and Mughal paintings
    Museum
    Heritage Museum
    5
    Birla Mandir is an impressive temple built by the industrialist Birla family in 1996. The main temple houses statues of deities Krishna and Radha. It took 26 years to complete the entire structure.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Lord Vishnu
    6
    Birla Industrial and Technology Museum is Indias first Science museum and looks at wide ranging subjects. There is mock-up coal-mine in the basement with a Sound and Light Show.
    Museum
    Edutainment
    6
    Victoria Memorial is the erstwhile headquarters of colonial presence of British in India. The complex is spread over 60 acres and the structure is impressive and well preserved. It houses a museum containing a large collection of memorabilia relating to Queen Victoria and the British presence in India. Royal Gallery is home to imprssive portraits of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and paintings illustrating their lives.
    Heritage Site
    Colonial Heritage
    8
    Belur Mutt is the headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission, founded by Swami Vivekananda. The 40-acre campus is set on banks of the river Ganges comprises many temples. The campus also houses a Museum containing articles connected with the history of Ramakrishna Math and Mission.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Other
    9
    Kalighat Temple originally built in the 12th century, is regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peetha. Kalighat temple is located at one of the crowded and less happening areas of Kolkata.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Devi Temple, Shaktipeetha
    9
    The Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple near Kolkata situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River. The temple is impressive and well visited by pilgrims all round the year.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Devi Temple
    13
    The Great Banyan tree is part of Acharya Jagdish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden at Howrah (Kolkata). It was once the widest tree in the world in terms of the area of the canopy and is estimated to be about 200 to 250 years old. The area occupied by the tree is about 14500 square metres.
    Natural Wonders
    Tree
    13
  • Excursion
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Bishnupur is known for its terracotta temples. The temples (located in Bishnupur and area around) are covered with terracota tiles depicting scenes from the Mahabharata. Bishnupur is day visited from Kolkata.
    Heritage Site
    Heritage Temple
    132
    Gangasagar Island lies 150 km south of Kolkata. The island is a renowned Hindu pilgrim place. Every year on the day of Makar Sankranti (mid of January), thousands of Hindus gathered to take a holy dip in the confluence of Ganga and offered puja at Kapil Muni Temple. The entire event is popularly known as Gangasagar Mela. Gangasagar is visited by guests otherwise rest of the year as well.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Other
    150
    The city of Midnapore is the headquarters of the Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal and is full of temples with significant pilgrimage and historical significance. Midnapore is day visited from Kolkata.
    Heritage Site
    Heritage Temple
    193
    Tarapith (225 kms from Kolkata) is one of the Sakthi Peetha and a well visited pilgrimage centre.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Devi Temple, Shaktipeetha
    225

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Average Day / Night Temperature of Kolkata,West Bengal,India

January
28°C / 17°C
February
32°C / 19°C
March
38°C / 24°C
April
40°C / 27°C
May
37°C / 28°C
June
35°C / 28°C
July
34°C / 28°C
August
33°C / 27°C
September
32°C / 26°C
October
32°C / 23°C
November
29°C / 20°C
December
29°C / 18°C

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Localities
Locality NameDescriptionSuitable ForHotels (Nos)
Alipore4 kms east of Park street, an area surrounded by prominent landmarks such as national library, zoo, cemetary, police training school and presidency Jail.Business4
Carmac Street2.5 kms from Park Street where a number of mid-segment hotels are situated. Best access from Rabindra Sadan Metro station.Business/Holiday-
JL Nehru Road2.5 kms from Park Street, Jawaharlal Nehru Road is not only the commercial heart of the city, but also the cultural heart. The Indian Museum and the Government Art College are located here, along with the afore-mentioned Asiatic Society. The Bishop's House, housing the residence of the Bishop of Kolkata and St. Paul's Cathedral, is located here.Business/Holiday1
Kalighat5 kms South of Park Street near Kalighat Metro station.Business1
Kona Expressway10 kms from Park Street, lies on the otherside of the river. Kona Expressway serves as a connector of Kolkata to NH2.Business-
New townJust 3 kms from Airport and most convenient option for a transit stay in Kolkata.Business1
Park StreetPark Street remains Kolkata's foremost dining district, with many restaurants and pubs and home to many mid-segment and premium hotels. On metro route best access from Park Circus station.Business/Holiday6
Rajarhat10 kms from Airport and about 30 kms from city centre is Rajarhat where Vedic Village, a renowned destination resort is situated.Getaway7
Salt Lake CitySalt Lake City is a planned satellite township mid-way between city centre and Airport. Business4
Sarat Bose Road5 kms from Park Street, Sarat Bose Road connects Southern Avenue with AJC Bose Road, and is the road dividing two major localities of Ballygunge and Bhowanipore in South Kolkata. Accsesed from Jatin Das Park Metro.Business1
Science City3.5 kms from Park street, Science City, Kolkata is the largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent. There are number of premium hotels situated here.Business3
Strand Road5 kms from Park Street, this is a river front where Floatel, a unique floating hotel is situated.Business/Holiday2
KasbaKasba is situated in the southern part of Kolkata encircled by the Sealdah South section of the Eastern Railways to the west, Dhakuria and Haltu to the south, the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass to the east and the locality of Tiljala to the north.Transit/Business1

Landmarks
Landmark NameDescriptionLandmark Type
Armenian ChurchThe Armenian Church is the oldest church in the Kolkata and located in Barabazar in the Greater Kolkata. This Church was built in 1724 by Agha Nazar. This Church is called "Mother Church of the Indian Armenians".Pilgrimage
Belgachia Metro StationBelgachia Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Dumdum Station and Shyambazar Station.Metro Station
Bengal Chemical Metro StationBengal Chemical Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Salt Lake Stadium Station and City Center Station.Metro Station
Birla PlanetariumBirla Planetarium was inaugurated in 1963 by the then Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru. It is the largest planetarium in Asia and the second largest planetarium in the World. This planetarium is located in Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata.Tourist Attraction
Birla Temple KolkataBirla Temple Kolkata was built in February 1996 by industrialist Birla. This temple is located in Ballygunge area. This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha. Pilgrimage
Calcutta High CourtCalcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. This was established in July 1862.Others
Central Metro StationCentral Station lies in both East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Mahakaran Station and Sealdah Station ans also lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Girish Park Station and Chandani Chowk Station.Metro Station
Central Park Metro StationCentral Park Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between City Center Station and Karunamoyee Station.Metro Station
Chandni Chowk Metro StationChandani Chowk Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Central Station and Esplanade Station.Metro Station
City Center Metro StationCity Center Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Bengal Chemical Station and Central Park Station.Metro Station
City Centre New TownCity Centre New Town is located in Rajarhat area of Kolkata city. The mall has shopping plaza, a food court, an entertainment arena, a Cineplex and over 240 outlets. It belongs to Ambuja Neotia group.Shopping Malls
City Centre Salt LakeThe City Centre mall has nearly 200 outlets with four-screen multiplex and a large 10,000 sq. ft electronic games section. Mall also has highest number of food outlets among any mall in Kolkata.Shopping Malls
Dakshineswar Kali TempleDakshineswar Kali Temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni. This temple is dedicated to Lord Bhavatarini Kali. This temple is situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River.Pilgrimage
Diamond HarbourDiamond Harbour is in the southern suburbs of Kolkata. This is located on the eastern banks of the Hooghly River.Others
Dumdum Metro StationDumdum Station is the Starting Point of North-South Metro (Dumdum to Tollygunge Route) of Kolkata Metro.Metro Station
Eden GardensEden Gardens is a famous Cricket ground in Kolkata. This stadium was built in 1864. This stadium is the second largest cricket stadium in India by seating capacity.Others
Esplanade Metro StationEsplanade Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Chandani Chowk Station and Park Street Station.Metro Station
Fort WilliamFort William is located on eastern banks of the River Hooghly. This was built in 1781. Fort William was the major distributary of the River Ganga, during the early years of the Bengal Presidency of British India.Others
General Post OfficeGeneral Post Office was built in 1868. It is the central post office of the city and handles most of the city's inbound and outbound mail and parcels.Others
Girish Park Metro StationGirish Park Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Sovabazar Station and Central Station.Metro Station
Howrah BridgeThe Howrah Bridge is a famous cantilever bridge over the Hooghly River. This bridge connects the two cities of Howrah and Kolkata. This bridge was built in Feb 1943.Others
Howrah Maidan StationHowrah Maidan is the Starting Point of East-West Metro (Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector 5 Route) of Kolkata Metro.Metro Station
Howrah Metro StationHowrah Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Howrah Maidan Station and Mahakaran Station.Metro Station
Howrah Railway StationHowrah railway station is the oldest station and largest railway complex in India. This was built in 1854 and has 23 Platforms.Railway Station
Indian MuseumIndian Museum is the largest and oldest Museum of India. This was established in 1814. The museum has rare collections of antiques, armour and ornaments, fossils, mughal paintings, etc.Tourist Attraction
Kalighat Kali TempleKalighat Temple was built in 1809 and is dedicated to Hindu goddess Kali. This temple is situated on the bank of Adi Ganga River.Pilgrimage
Karunamoyee Metro StationKarunamoyee Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Central Park Station and Salt Lake Sector 5 Station.Metro Station
Kolkata Railway StationKolkata Railway Station is also known as Chitpur station. This station was started in 2006 and lies in Eastern Railway zone.Railway Station
Mahakaran StationMahakaran Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Howrah Station and Central Station.Metro Station
Maidan Metro StationMaidan Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Park Street Station and Rabindra Sadan Station.Metro Station
Mani SquareMani Square mall is located on Manicktala main road. The mall has over 250 shops. Mall belongs to Mani Group and was inaugurated in June 2008.Shopping Malls
Marble PalaceMarble Palace is a large mansion made of marble built in 1835 by Raja Rajendra Mullick. This is located on Muktaram Babu Street, Kolkata.Others
Netaji Subash Chandra Bose International AirportNetaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is an international as well as domestic airport of Kolkata. It is located 17 kms from the city.Railway Station
Park Street Metro StationPark Street Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Esplanade Station and Maidan Station.Metro Station
Phoolbagan StationPhoolbagan Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Sealdah Station and Salt Lake Stadium Station.Metro Station
Rabindra Sadan Metro StationRabindra Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Maidan Station and Tollygunge Station.Metro Station
Raj Bhavan KolkataRaj Bhavan is the official residence of the Governor of West Bengal. This was built in the year 1803.Others
Salt Lake Sector 5 Metro StationSalt Lake Sector 5 is the Starting Point of East-West Metro (Salt Lake Sector 5 to Howrah Maidan Route) of Kolkata Metro.Metro Station
Salt Lake StadiumSalt Lake Stadium is the largest stadium in India and the second-largest stadium in the world by capacity. This stadium was built in January 1984. This is a multi-purpose stadium and located in Bidhannagar, Kolkata.Others
Salt Lake Stadium Metro StationSalt Lake Stadium Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Phoolbagan Station and Bengal Chemical Station.Metro Station
Science City KolkataScience City Kolkata is the largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent.Tourist Attraction
Sealdah Metro StationSealdah Station lies in East-West Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Central Station and Phoolbagan Station.Metro Station
Sealdah StationSealdah Station is one of the busiest railway stations in India. This station was opened in 1862. It has 20 Platforms and lies in Eastern Railway zone.Railway Station
Shalimar StationShalimar Railway station is situated in the Shalimar area. This station was opened in 2000. This station lies in South Eastern Railway zone.Railway Station
Shyambazar Metro StationShyambazar Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Belgachia Station and Sovabazar Station.Metro Station
South City MallSouth City Mall is located at 375 Prince Anwar Shah Road. South city mall houses over 130 outlets. This mall was opened in January 2008.Shopping Malls
Sovabazar Metro StationSovabazar Station lies in North-South Line of Kolkata Metro and is in between Shyambazar Station and Girish Park Station.Metro Station
The Quest MallThe Quest Mall was inaugurated in September 2013. This mall is the second largest shopping mall in Kolkata. Mall was previously known as Spencers Galleria. It is located in Mithai-Beck Bagan.Shopping Malls
Tipu Sultan MosqueTipu Sultan Shahi Mosque was built in 1842 by Prince Ghulam Mohammed, the youngest son of Tipu Sultan. This is located in Dhartamtalla Street.Pilgrimage
Tollygunge Metro StationTollygunge is the Starting Point of North-South Metro (Tollygunge to Dumdum Route) of Kolkata Metro.Metro Station
Town HallTown Hall was built in 1813. This is located on Esplanade Row, Kolkata.Others
Victoria MemorialVictoria Memorial was established in 1921. It was built in the memory of Queen Victoria. And now converted into a Museum. This building is made of marble.Tourist Attraction
Airport in Kolkata
  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport ( CCU ) , Kolkata
Railway Stations in Kolkata
  • Howarah Junction ( HWH ), Kolkata
  • Sealdah Junction ( SDAH ), Kolkata
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