Guidebook for Kolkata
Food Scene
Amber Restaurant
11 Waterloo StreetNorth Indian food.
Tangra
Drinks & Nightlife
Someplace Else - The Park
17 Park StMusic and bar selection.
Parks & Nature
Deshapriyo Park is a playground of South Kolkata, having Rash Behari Avenue on one side and Sarat Bose Road on another. Different games like Cricket, Football, Tennis etc. are regularly played here by professional and amateur players and locals. In the playground one of the biggest Durga Puja is organized. The Priya cinema is located beside this playground.
Deshapriya Park station
Deshapriyo Park is a playground of South Kolkata, having Rash Behari Avenue on one side and Sarat Bose Road on another. Different games like Cricket, Football, Tennis etc. are regularly played here by professional and amateur players and locals. In the playground one of the biggest Durga Puja is organized. The Priya cinema is located beside this playground.
Park Circus is an area in Central-East Kolkata. It has Entally and Sealdah to its north, Park Street and Chowringhee to its west, Taltala to its north west, Topsia and Ballygunge to its south and Tangra to its east. It is connected to both Park Street and AJC Bose Road. It is a locality of schools and colleges. 7-point Crossing: One of the major crossings of Kolkata connecting Park Street, Suhrawardy Avenue, AJC Bose Road Flyover, Circus Avenue, Sir Syed Amir Ali Avenue and Shakespeare Sarani.Park Circus is also famous for durga Pujas - Park Circus Beniapukur, Uddipani and Karaya Park Circus Sarbojonin. Park Circus Maidan: Park Circus Maidan becomes a focal point during the winter—specially in December and January—as it becomes home to circus companies and kids all over the city flock to the maidan to watch circus.
Park Circus
Park Circus is an area in Central-East Kolkata. It has Entally and Sealdah to its north, Park Street and Chowringhee to its west, Taltala to its north west, Topsia and Ballygunge to its south and Tangra to its east. It is connected to both Park Street and AJC Bose Road. It is a locality of schools and colleges. 7-point Crossing: One of the major crossings of Kolkata connecting Park Street, Suhrawardy Avenue, AJC Bose Road Flyover, Circus Avenue, Sir Syed Amir Ali Avenue and Shakespeare Sarani.Park Circus is also famous for durga Pujas - Park Circus Beniapukur, Uddipani and Karaya Park Circus Sarbojonin. Park Circus Maidan: Park Circus Maidan becomes a focal point during the winter—specially in December and January—as it becomes home to circus companies and kids all over the city flock to the maidan to watch circus.
A huge amusement park that includes water rides as well, Nicco Park in Kolkata is the place to be if you want to unleash the child in you. Come rushing down the Water Chute here and splash into cool waters, get a thrill kick on the Moon Raker mini roller coaster or get a hair raising scare on the full fledged roller coaster called Cyclone. Enjoy India’s first dark ride at the River Cave Ride here or take a Lazy River Boat Ride around the whole place.
Splash about at the Wet O’ Wild section here or take a water massage by standing under the Giant Waterfall, all at the Nicco Park. Before you start with the rides, we recommend you take a cable car ride around the arena and decide all the things you don't want to miss on! When a hungry stomach rumbles, catch a bite at Food Park or Beach Cafe,the in house restaurants and avoid rigorous rides for about an hour after eating. A visit to the park will squat on one whole day in your itinerary. I will strongly recommend you to try it.
Nicco Park
A huge amusement park that includes water rides as well, Nicco Park in Kolkata is the place to be if you want to unleash the child in you. Come rushing down the Water Chute here and splash into cool waters, get a thrill kick on the Moon Raker mini roller coaster or get a hair raising scare on the full fledged roller coaster called Cyclone. Enjoy India’s first dark ride at the River Cave Ride here or take a Lazy River Boat Ride around the whole place.
Splash about at the Wet O’ Wild section here or take a water massage by standing under the Giant Waterfall, all at the Nicco Park. Before you start with the rides, we recommend you take a cable car ride around the arena and decide all the things you don't want to miss on! When a hungry stomach rumbles, catch a bite at Food Park or Beach Cafe,the in house restaurants and avoid rigorous rides for about an hour after eating. A visit to the park will squat on one whole day in your itinerary. I will strongly recommend you to try it.
If green is your colour, this is the place to be. Haven for nature lovers, the Indian Botanical Gardens is a sight to behold. Home to the largest Banyan Tree in the world, this is one place which is going to blow your mind! Luxuriously sprawling over an area of about 1.5 hectares, this 250 year old tree looks like a tiny forest in itself and attracts thousands of visitors every year. You can head here for a quiet walk in the midst of natural beauty or you can pack in a hearty picnic basket and simply settle in.
The gardens are also dotted with a number of small lily ponds which give the place immense aesthetic beauty. The surprising view of a pond behind a huge tree or the sight of birds, frolicking together is going to be with you for a long time. In the bustling city of Kolkata, it may be difficult to imagine such serenity and peace. The rustling leaves, the gurgling ponds and the soft chirpings of birds is definitely going to take you into another world. If you are travelling in a large group with kids, you are certainly in for an unforgettable experience.
Indyjski Ogród Botaniczny Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose
If green is your colour, this is the place to be. Haven for nature lovers, the Indian Botanical Gardens is a sight to behold. Home to the largest Banyan Tree in the world, this is one place which is going to blow your mind! Luxuriously sprawling over an area of about 1.5 hectares, this 250 year old tree looks like a tiny forest in itself and attracts thousands of visitors every year. You can head here for a quiet walk in the midst of natural beauty or you can pack in a hearty picnic basket and simply settle in.
The gardens are also dotted with a number of small lily ponds which give the place immense aesthetic beauty. The surprising view of a pond behind a huge tree or the sight of birds, frolicking together is going to be with you for a long time. In the bustling city of Kolkata, it may be difficult to imagine such serenity and peace. The rustling leaves, the gurgling ponds and the soft chirpings of birds is definitely going to take you into another world. If you are travelling in a large group with kids, you are certainly in for an unforgettable experience.
Arts & Culture
An attempt of the British to create a replica of Taj Mahal in the honour of the Queen, the Victoria Memorial in Kolkata is an imposing monument of glittering white marble in an oasis of green. Recognized as the symbol of Kolkata, this monument houses a museum displaying British memorabilia and knick knacks from the time of the Raj.
Enjoy a momentous sunrise at the sprawling gardens here or witness a romantic sunset with a loved one or simply come here with your family to enjoy a Light and Sound Show in the evenings! Don’t forget to take your camera along for awesome pictures by the Lord Curzon statue, King Edward Statue and Queen Victoria Statue.
A tourist’s favourite in Kolkata, every night the setting sun witnesses the dancing musical fountain in front of the Victoria Memorial in the Citizen Park. Be awed by the swaying jets of water lit in colourful hues and fascinated by the aesthetic quotient of these fountains. One of the unique features in Kolkata, this musical fountain is equally mesmerising for both adults and kids.
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Pomnik Victorii
1 Queens Way An attempt of the British to create a replica of Taj Mahal in the honour of the Queen, the Victoria Memorial in Kolkata is an imposing monument of glittering white marble in an oasis of green. Recognized as the symbol of Kolkata, this monument houses a museum displaying British memorabilia and knick knacks from the time of the Raj.
Enjoy a momentous sunrise at the sprawling gardens here or witness a romantic sunset with a loved one or simply come here with your family to enjoy a Light and Sound Show in the evenings! Don’t forget to take your camera along for awesome pictures by the Lord Curzon statue, King Edward Statue and Queen Victoria Statue.
A tourist’s favourite in Kolkata, every night the setting sun witnesses the dancing musical fountain in front of the Victoria Memorial in the Citizen Park. Be awed by the swaying jets of water lit in colourful hues and fascinated by the aesthetic quotient of these fountains. One of the unique features in Kolkata, this musical fountain is equally mesmerising for both adults and kids.
History Buffs, Experience Seeker. Though this is not your usual book store exactly, the National Library is one of the best places to check out books which are ancient, out of print or simply difficult to locate nowadays. Step into the place and be greeted by the fragrance of old books book lovers adore, pick up an intriguing monograph or manuscript and be awed by the immensity of the largest library of India! Designated to disseminate, collect and preserve the printed material produced in the country, this library has a vast collection including Indian books, books in English & Foreign languages, Rare Books, Science and Technology and Indian Official Documents.
National library of kolkata is big enough to consume your full-day, but its worthy. Closed on Monday. Coin section is wonderfull.
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National Library
History Buffs, Experience Seeker. Though this is not your usual book store exactly, the National Library is one of the best places to check out books which are ancient, out of print or simply difficult to locate nowadays. Step into the place and be greeted by the fragrance of old books book lovers adore, pick up an intriguing monograph or manuscript and be awed by the immensity of the largest library of India! Designated to disseminate, collect and preserve the printed material produced in the country, this library has a vast collection including Indian books, books in English & Foreign languages, Rare Books, Science and Technology and Indian Official Documents.
National library of kolkata is big enough to consume your full-day, but its worthy. Closed on Monday. Coin section is wonderfull.
Science City Kolkata is a plethora of an Amusement Park, a Science Centre and Convention Centre. It was set up in 1997 with an aim of imparting knowledge to people of all age groups.They have endless activities and exhibits regarding the field of Science. The Grand theatre with seating of some 3000 plus people along with the Auditorium and a Seminal Hall building, makes it literally a Science City. It has been divided into many sections which include Space Odyssey, Dynamotion, Life Science Corners, Ropeway, Musical fountain, Dinosaurs Complex etc. The most famous of them is the Space Theater, a dome shaped circular hall. It is good for all aged people who finds something interesting as well as stimulating at the same time.
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Miasto Nauki Kolkata
JBS Haldane AvenueScience City Kolkata is a plethora of an Amusement Park, a Science Centre and Convention Centre. It was set up in 1997 with an aim of imparting knowledge to people of all age groups.They have endless activities and exhibits regarding the field of Science. The Grand theatre with seating of some 3000 plus people along with the Auditorium and a Seminal Hall building, makes it literally a Science City. It has been divided into many sections which include Space Odyssey, Dynamotion, Life Science Corners, Ropeway, Musical fountain, Dinosaurs Complex etc. The most famous of them is the Space Theater, a dome shaped circular hall. It is good for all aged people who finds something interesting as well as stimulating at the same time.
Shopping
This place has a different charm. I Always roam around here. It is best for street shopping, lots of streets food and good Bengali fast food. It is a must visit place. Shopping street is crowded but has lot to offer in terms of variety of Sarees, Kurtas. This market has it all. It is a few streets big near a crossroads intersection. So be sure to get out of your transport mode on the street that sells what you want. You can wander from there but crossing roads is challenging and traffic seems to be chaotic no matter what time you come here.
The vendors do not pressure you to buy like some other markets in Kolkata..
This market is good if you like to "bargain" seems prices are not fixed unless you are inside one the the A/C shops along the way.
This is one of the better markets and it's fun to spend time here if you are a market person.
Recommended for good " deals " on whatever you are looking for.
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Gariahat
This place has a different charm. I Always roam around here. It is best for street shopping, lots of streets food and good Bengali fast food. It is a must visit place. Shopping street is crowded but has lot to offer in terms of variety of Sarees, Kurtas. This market has it all. It is a few streets big near a crossroads intersection. So be sure to get out of your transport mode on the street that sells what you want. You can wander from there but crossing roads is challenging and traffic seems to be chaotic no matter what time you come here.
The vendors do not pressure you to buy like some other markets in Kolkata..
This market is good if you like to "bargain" seems prices are not fixed unless you are inside one the the A/C shops along the way.
This is one of the better markets and it's fun to spend time here if you are a market person.
Recommended for good " deals " on whatever you are looking for.
Essentials
This is the place where i go very Infrequently. Yes, my mother goes often. It is a another historic market in Kolkata. Quite big and you can get all your daily essentials here. This place is one the oldest markets in south Kolkata you can get any kind of vegetables and different species of Indian Fish and chicken.
Vegetables Market Lansdowne Market
65/1 Sarat Bose RoadThis is the place where i go very Infrequently. Yes, my mother goes often. It is a another historic market in Kolkata. Quite big and you can get all your daily essentials here. This place is one the oldest markets in south Kolkata you can get any kind of vegetables and different species of Indian Fish and chicken.
Everything Else
This is the only place where you can find almost everything. Eden Gardens, along with the Strand and Esplanade area, formed the main recreational area for the English during the Raj. Plunge into the sea of humanity at Esplanade. Rows of once-splendid buildings pass before your eyes. Such a building is Hogg Market, more popularly known as New Market. This was built in 1874 by Stuart Hogg and, as the urban proverb goes, even tiger’s milk can be found in New Market. Though much of it was burnt down in 1985, the main structure still remains. Shopping and eating here is a must during any Kolkata trip. Whatever you want, just name it and the next thing it is on your hand.
Esplanade
This is the only place where you can find almost everything. Eden Gardens, along with the Strand and Esplanade area, formed the main recreational area for the English during the Raj. Plunge into the sea of humanity at Esplanade. Rows of once-splendid buildings pass before your eyes. Such a building is Hogg Market, more popularly known as New Market. This was built in 1874 by Stuart Hogg and, as the urban proverb goes, even tiger’s milk can be found in New Market. Though much of it was burnt down in 1985, the main structure still remains. Shopping and eating here is a must during any Kolkata trip. Whatever you want, just name it and the next thing it is on your hand.