A TOUR TO CITY OF JOY- KOLKATA

Kolkata is the capital city of West Bengal; which also used to be the capital city of India during the British rule. For this reason, this city has several monuments and palaces which are a must visit to know the Indian history.

Among the most famous monuments of Kolkata is the Victoria Memorial. This white marble structure was built in the memory of Queen Victoria and at present serves as a museum. From artistic masterpieces to antiques and artefacts, Victoria Memorial is a treasure house. The memorial looks beautiful when lit up at night, lying amidst sprawling gardens at the banks of River Hooghly.

The oldest museum of the country lies at Kolkata, the Indian Museum. At the eve of its 200 years celebration, Have 10 days colourful Rajasthan Tour to enjoy rich culture and tradition of India. At present it houses a plethora of artefacts, antiquities, old paintings and even mummies.

The ideology of the Bengalis is largely influenced by the Tagore family of Kolkata and hence a visit to Jorasanko Thakurbari is a must. This huge red coloured residential building was constructed by Prince Dwarkanath Tagore, the grandfather of Rabindranath Tagore, the great Noble Laureate. At present the building has been turned into the Rabindra Bharati University and also serves a museum.

Kolkata was also the birthplace of Swami Vivekananda and the place of Saint, RamKrishna Paramhansa, who preached universal brotherhood. Visit Dakhineshwar Kali Temple and Belurmath to get a close look at the simple lifestyle of both these Indian legends.

The Marble Palace Mansion is a lavish building at the heart of the city. This neoclassical architectural masterpiece is encircled with well maintained gardens. Feel the real beauty of India to take 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour with best guidance.

Kolkata cuisines can satisfy the taste buds of both vegetarians and non vegetarians. Relish various kinds of fish items, deserts made from jaggery and cottage cheese, like rasgullas and sandesh here.

Kolkata is is also a shopper’s paradise. From beautiful cotton saris to exquisite designer gold jewellery, there is lot to take back home.

At Kolkata you learn to be satisfied with less. People live life to the fullest here enjoying every moment and embracing joy and sorrow as it comes.