7 places to visit in Kolkata
From rasgolla in Kolkata to curd, from tram bells to hanging out in Garh field, Durga Puja, pandal hopping, the frenzy is spread all over Kolkata. A blend of old traditions and touches of modernity, a genuine love across the streets of the city of Kolkata, the City of Joy is an introduction to the various attractions in the city of Kolkata that make people happy and some of the places that are not to be visited from the rest. Get to know Calcutta.
List of 7 notable sightseeing places in Kolkata
Coffee House opposite Presidency College on College Street, Kolkata's oldest coffee house One of the traditional Bengali hangouts, this place retains the vintage feel of Kolkata. Coffee, cutlet sandwiches, etc. are available at a much lower price than other cafes. If you want to feel Manna's famous line 'Coffee House' by sitting at the table and sipping a cup of coffee, you must go to the coffee house.
Prinsep Ghat, built in memory of James Prinsep, is one of the oldest landmarks in Kolkata. From here many people go for pleasure trips on the river, in 2012 the river bank from Princep Ghat to Kadamtala Ghat was inaugurated, this part is decorated with lights, gardens, fountains. The traditional ghat retains the nostalgia of the 19th century.
Kalighat
Kalighat Temple The famous Kali temple of Kolkata, it is one of the Hindu pilgrimage sites of Ekanna Sakthipeeth. According to mythology, Sati's mutilated toes fell here.
The white stone monument named after Queen Victoria of England is one of the tourist attractions of Kolkata. It has 25 galleries inside, surrounded by huge gardens. Construction of the Victoria Memorial began in 1906 and the monument was inaugurated in 1921.
Botanical Garden
Howrah Botanical Garden is a historical botanical garden located in Shivpur. There are about 17 thousand trees of 1400 species in this park. This garden with an area of 273 acres is known as Shivpur Botanical Garden. The most notable feature of the botanical garden is the giant banyan tree, a 250-year-old tree.
Aquatica
Aquatica is a water park built in 2000. Aquatica is spread over an area of 8 acres at Kochpukur in Rajarhat. A major attraction here is the wave pool, where artificial waves create a beachy feel. Various rides can be enjoyed in this water park, Aquatica also has a restaurant called Aqua Cafe.
Science City
Science City is located on 50 acres of land at the junction of Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and JBS Haldane Avenue in East Kolkata. It is basically a science museum and a science based amusement park. ScienceCity is open daily from 9 am to 7 pm.
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