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  1. The city of joy, as Kolkata is fondly called, throbs with liveliness and festivities, which can be enjoyed throughout the year. Be it the opulent Durga Puja pandals strewn across the city or the humbly sweet Christmas celebrations at Bow Barracks or the colourful Chinese New Year festivities at Chinatown, festivals make the city a joy to visit ...

  2. Jan 18, 2024 · Royal Indian Hotel: Kolkata is known for its Awadhi-style biryani. Royal Indian Hotel serves up a saffron hued plate. Have it with a side of their famous mutton chaap. Though the original outlet is in North Kolkata, the one near Park Circus crossing is the one to go to. Address: 24 A, Syed Amir Ali Ave, Lower Range, Park Circus, Ballygunge, Kolkata

  3. Earlier known as Calcutta, the city was founded in 1698 and served as the capital of British India till 1911 and then was shifted to Delhi. The city was renamed, Kolkata in 2001.

  4. Dec 22, 2023 · Kolkata (Bengali:কলকাতা) [] (formerly Calcutta) is the capital of West Bengal and the second largest city in India (after Mumbai). If Bangalore is the Seattle of India, then Kolkata is the sub-contintent's London.

  5. Oct 25, 2017 · Kolkata is India’s only city with an operating tram network. The oldest in all of Asia, Kolkata’s tram system is a delightful and unique experience visitors are guaranteed to enjoy. Immersed in old-world charm and running through some of the most historic parts of the city, these charming rides are every bit worth a visit to Kolkata.

  6. May 14, 2021 · Kolkata is the capital of India's West Bengal state. Find Kolkata city map showing information of major roads, railways, hotels, hospitals, school, and important landmarks.

  7. If time permits, you can also visit to many places around Kolkata such as terracotta temples of Bishnupur, Sundarbans National Park, Shantiniketan, beaches in Digha and Mandarmani and many more. Location of Kolkata. Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal state, is situated within lower Ganges Delta in eastern part of Indian sub-continent.