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KOLKATA TRAVEL PLACES<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you wish to feel the real essence of India, you\u2019ve got to visit the `City of Joy\u2019 Kolkata\u00a0 (previously Calcutta). It is aptly known as the `City of Joy for the sheer exuberance one experiences on being here. A co-existence of diverse cultures and communities, heritage buildings, ancient temples, food and shopping (traditional items, like sari and\u00a0 jewelry are a speciality) is what makes it so vibrant. The place is the perfect amalgamation of traditional and modern. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Which are the Kolkata travel places\u00a0 worth seeing is what this blog is about :<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

A top tourist site of Kolkata without doubt is the Victoria Memorial. The impressive, century old structure, reminds of the British era when Calcutta was the capital of India. There are beautiful, surrounding lawns, where visitors can spend time in. Or take a tour of the insides which is ticketed. A fascinating buggy (horse drawn carriage) just outside can also be enjoyed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Situated close by in central Kolkata is the Indian Museum, which is the oldest museum in the country. You\u2019ll find an interesting collection of armors, antiques, ornaments, paintings and fossils here.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another famous landmark associated with the capital of West Bengal is the Howrah bridge, set over the river Hooghly. Admire it from afar, or take a leisurely boat ride on the river flowing below, or pass through the bridge!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kolkata, West Bengal, India –\u00a0 A Tram running through the Maidan on a sunny morning at Kolkata, West Bengal, India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

To experience the true vibe of Kolkata at it\u2019s own pace, hop onto a tram crisscrossing the streets. Perhaps the slowest tram rides you would have done.\u00a0 And watch the `City of Joy\u2019 unfold in it\u2019s truest form. A part that cannot be overlooked \u2013 congested traffic, crowded streets, urban cacophony, old buildings and humid weather.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bengali Cuisine & Shopping<\/h4>\n

Apart from sightseeing there are host of other activities to look forward to when in Kolkata, mainly – food and shopping. A range of shopping options from high end stores and malls to markets and pavement shops, there\u2019s plenty on offer. Gariahat market is quite popular with locals and tourists alike! Shop for the choicest of clothes, homeware, different types of bags, footwear. And don\u2019t forget to bargain. Believe me you\u2019ll end up owning a lot of stuff at a fair price.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Kolkata\"\u00a0<\/span>Afterwards to refresh yourselves, stop at one of the eateries here to relish the delectable food of Kolkata. Mouthwatering puchka, rolls, cutlets, fish pakoda and more to tickle your palate. And a trip to this side of the country is incomplete without having the irresistible Bengali sweets \u2013 the spongy `rasgulla\u2019, `sandesha\u2019 and `mishti dohi\u2019.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Park Street is the upscale area, where you\u2019ll find classy restaurants and stores.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are no end of things to do in Kolkata \u2013 from the well known center of learning Shanti Niketan, Science museum, botanic garden, Belur mutt and temple, are some of the other options for tourists to explore.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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KOLKATA TRAVEL PLACES\u00a0 If you wish to feel the real essence of India, you\u2019ve got to visit the `City of Joy\u2019 Kolkata\u00a0 (previously Calcutta). It is aptly known as the `City of Joy for the sheer exuberance one experiences on being here. 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