If India is considered culturally strong, then the capital of West Bengal, Kolkata, is considered the heart of the country. The people of Kolkata celebrate all festivals like Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali and Kali Puja with grandeur indicating their passion for art and literature. Kolkata is the capital of the Indian western state of Bengal, also known as the ‘City of Joy’, located on the eastern coast of Hooghly. Kolkata is the third most populous metropolis in India. The city reflects fascinating art, marvellous architecture and incumbent literature, encompassing a glorious past. Whether a backpacker or a family, the city offers a perfect blend of local food, art, contemporary lifestyle and nightlife. From the business perspective, the city is well versed in international trade and offers a robust connection between all sectors through communication technology.
Tourist attractions in Kolkata
Kolkata is one of the major tourist places in India which is famous for Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Eden Gardens, Science City, Birla Mandir Kalighat Kali Temple, Fort Williams, St Paul's Cathedral, Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Marble Palace Mansion. And each year attracts thousands of Indian and foreign tourists. Apart from this city also has an exciting and entertaining place for kids and family such as Jaldapara Wildlife, Birla Planetarium, Alipore Zoo and Botanical Garden, having 12,000 living perennial plants and other plants.
Things to do in Kolkata
Kolkata is a full travel package; there is nothing that this city can't give you. For adventurous souls, one can do hiking in the Himalayas, explore Sunderbans, do a tribal tour, go mountain biking in Purulia district and camping, snorkelling in Tajpur Beach, paragliding and parasailing at Mandarmani Beach kayaking, rock climbing in Susunia hills and much more. The city of Kolkata is best known for the local Bengali cuisine; the staple diet of Bengalis is rice and fish. Apart from this, Kolkata city also offers Bengali sweets like Rasgulla, Chamcham, Rasmalai, Shondesh, Cream Chup and other Bengali sweets.
Airport at Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is the fifth-busiest airport in the India.
- Airport address: Jessore Rd, Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal 700052
- Airport IATA code: CCU