Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is popularly known as the City of Joy. It is a thriving hub of art, culture, history and heritage in East India. Kolkata, the then Calcutta in British Raj, is intermingled with the colonial history of India. Since its inception in the year 1690, the city has been the workplace for many noble personalities. Evidently, there are many things to see and do in Kolkata.
Take a boat ride on the Hooghly River
Take a boat ride on the Hooghly River, early in the morning or the evening. Boats ferry across the river from dawn to dusk, and connect between Dakshineswar Temple and Belur Math, the headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission. It is the best way to see the waterfront beauty of Kolkata. The voyage on the Hooghly River is sure to be an everlasting memory of your trip to Kolkata.
Take a walk around Esplanade Market
Esplanade is one of the most popular, frequented and crowded shopping streets in the heart of Kolkata City. It is located in the walking distance from Park Street, a fashion hub, and Chandi Chowk, a market to shop for electrical goods. If you are looking to buy antique things or trendy items, Esplanade is a must visit. It is a thriving food hub too. There are many fast food stores serving veg and non-veg spring rolls, in Esplanade market.
Ride a horse-drawn chariot at Maidan
Horse-drawn carriage was an integral part of the transport system in Kolkata (then Calcutta) during the British rule. It was mainly used by the aristocratic class. It is no more a part of the transport network in cosmopolitan Kolkata. However, tourists in the city can have a joyous ride on flamboyantly decorated horse-drawn carriages which ply only at Maidan.
Have bites of street foods
Kolkata is famous for crunchy, tangy and spicy street foods. There is no single street without roadside food stalls in the city. Shyam Bazar, Ultadanga, Esplanade, Exide, Minto Park, Lake Town, Garia Hat, and several other locations are lined with roadside food stalls selling eggrolls, chicken rolls, fish fry, alu chop, jhal muri, etc. The food culture of Kolkata is rich and varied. The city is known as a hub of foodies. Don't miss bites of your favorite street food when in Kolkata.
Visit Nandan at Rabindra Sadan
Nandan is a huge cultural complex in the heart of Kolkata. A few steps away from Rabindra Sadan Metro station, Nandan is a hub of Bengali art and culture. The complex consist of auditoriums and theaters where plays are staged, art exhibitions are held, book fairs are organized, and other cultural programs are hosted throughout the year. Nandan is the venue of International Kolkata Film Festival. Visit Nandan to catch glimpses of Bengali art and culture.
Take a boat ride on the Hooghly River
Take a boat ride on the Hooghly River, early in the morning or the evening. Boats ferry across the river from dawn to dusk, and connect between Dakshineswar Temple and Belur Math, the headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission. It is the best way to see the waterfront beauty of Kolkata. The voyage on the Hooghly River is sure to be an everlasting memory of your trip to Kolkata.
Take a walk around Esplanade Market
Esplanade is one of the most popular, frequented and crowded shopping streets in the heart of Kolkata City. It is located in the walking distance from Park Street, a fashion hub, and Chandi Chowk, a market to shop for electrical goods. If you are looking to buy antique things or trendy items, Esplanade is a must visit. It is a thriving food hub too. There are many fast food stores serving veg and non-veg spring rolls, in Esplanade market.
Ride a horse-drawn chariot at Maidan
Horse-drawn carriage was an integral part of the transport system in Kolkata (then Calcutta) during the British rule. It was mainly used by the aristocratic class. It is no more a part of the transport network in cosmopolitan Kolkata. However, tourists in the city can have a joyous ride on flamboyantly decorated horse-drawn carriages which ply only at Maidan.
Have bites of street foods
Kolkata is famous for crunchy, tangy and spicy street foods. There is no single street without roadside food stalls in the city. Shyam Bazar, Ultadanga, Esplanade, Exide, Minto Park, Lake Town, Garia Hat, and several other locations are lined with roadside food stalls selling eggrolls, chicken rolls, fish fry, alu chop, jhal muri, etc. The food culture of Kolkata is rich and varied. The city is known as a hub of foodies. Don't miss bites of your favorite street food when in Kolkata.
Visit Nandan at Rabindra Sadan
Nandan is a huge cultural complex in the heart of Kolkata. A few steps away from Rabindra Sadan Metro station, Nandan is a hub of Bengali art and culture. The complex consist of auditoriums and theaters where plays are staged, art exhibitions are held, book fairs are organized, and other cultural programs are hosted throughout the year. Nandan is the venue of International Kolkata Film Festival. Visit Nandan to catch glimpses of Bengali art and culture.