Top Attractions
in Kolkata
Kolkata does have a lot of tourist attractions, and has been very popular among the tourists. Right from the historical places to visit to the modern infrastructure and market places, you get here everything which a tourist destination can offer. A few major attractions of Kolkata are as under:
Park Street: Park Street is a very popular street in Kolkata which is popularly known for its restaurants, entertainment, and prominent historical landmarks including old colonial mansions. This famous street is a major destination for Kolkata's nightlife
New Market: New Market is amongst the best shopping places, you may find in Kolkata. It is the oldest market in Kolkata, renowned for its historic architecture. The market basically predicts like a sprawling maze and is a combination of more than 2000 stalls, all grouped together.
Victoria Memorial: Victoria building is a historic building, which was completed in white color and currently is a museum. The monument is named after Queen Victoria from the United Kingdom. The house carries many sculptures, impressive paintings, books and many more collections from British period.
Mullik Ghat Flower Market: Mullik Ghat Flower Market is a very popular and the oldest flower market in Kolkata. This is the largest wholesale market of Kolkata, and is more than 125 years old. You will find here almost all kinds all kinds of flowers. The market is also popular with long garlands of marigolds, which is used in devotional rituals of Hindu religion.
Howrah Bridge: The Howrah Bridge popularly known as the Ravindra Setu is one of the popular destinations of Kolkata. It is named after the renowned Bengali poet, Ravindra Nath Tagore. The bridge is designed over the Hooghly River and links Kolkata, with Howrah on the other side.
Dakshineshwar Kali Temple: Dakshineshwar Kali temple is a very old Hindu temple, dedicated to Godess Kali. It was founded in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni. The temple was made famous by spiritual leader Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, who was appointed as its chief priest.