In short
City of Joy — Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar and Kalighat temples.
Kolkata blends colonial architecture and Bengali culture. See Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali and Belur Math, Kalighat, College Street and Park Street's food scene.
Good to know
- Best time: October – March (Durga Puja in Sep/Oct)
- How to reach: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU); Howrah station
- Where to stay: Park Street, Salt Lake
- Travel tip: Gateway to the Sundarbans, Darjeeling and Puri.
- With Shree Shyam Holiday: private AC cab with an experienced local driver, hotel bookings and a custom itinerary — door to door from any city in India.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kolkata known for?
City of Joy — Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar and Kalighat temples.
When is the best time to visit Kolkata?
October – March (Durga Puja in Sep/Oct)
Which tours visit Kolkata?
Pan-India Outstation Taxi: One-Way & Round Trip, Darjeeling & Gangtok Tour with Tsomgo Lake (6D/5N)
