10.KOLKATA
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| Kolkata - formerly Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. It is located in eastern India on the east bank of the River Hooghly. The city has a population of more than 4.6 million, with an extended metropolitan population of over fourteen million, making it the 4th largest city in India. The best time to visit Kolkata is October – March. |
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| Birla Planetarium : |
| The Birla Planetarium is the largest planetarium in Asia. It came into existence in the year 1962. It is situated at the eastern metropolitan bypass of Calcutta. The lectures are given in English, Hindi, and Bengali and occasionally in Oriya, Tamil & Gujarati. It is a must see place for those interested in astronomy. Its astronomy gallery maintains a huge collection of fine paintings & celestial models of renowned astronomers. |
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| Fort William : |
| Fort William is situated on the banks of the river Hoogly. This fort was built during the British Raj to prevent the attack from Muslim invaders. The fort is named after King William III of England. The fort was destroyed by the Nawab of Bengal Siraj –ud-dawla during the battle of Plassey and a new fort re-constructed by the British stands in its place. |
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| Howrah Bridge: |
| Howrah Bridge, located over the Hoogli River , is said to be the busiest bridge of the world. It got its name owing to the fact that it connects the city of Howrah to Calcutta. Howrah Bridge is also known by the name ''Rabindra Setu''. It was set up in 1874. It stands on two 270 feet high pillars. Howrah Bridge is a cantilever truss bridge that was constructed without using any nuts and bolts. |
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| Marble Palace : |
| Marble Palace was constructed in the year 1835 by Rajendra Mallick. It is located in the north of Kolkata. Marble palace houses the marvelous objects of art, sculptures, pictures & oil paintings. Its major highlight includes the Reuben''s masterpieces, original paintings of Rembrandt, Reynolds and Van Goyen etc. It also has a zoo, where you can find different kinds of birds and animals. |
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| National Library: |
| National Library is the largest library in the country. National library has a huge collection of books and periodicals received from different parts of the country. Here one can find books in almost all languages of India .The library is supported by the Dept of Culture, Ministry of Tourism & Culture, Government of India. |
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| Nicco Park: |
| Nicco Park is called as the Disneyland of West Bengal. It is situated at Salt lake. Nicco Park is more popularly known as Jheel Meel. It is the ultimate fun and entertainment destination for people of all ages. Some of the best attractions are Toy Train, Cable Car, Tilt-a-Whirl, Water Chute, Water Coaster, Flying Saucer, Pirate Ship and Moonraker etc. The park also has a Rose garden and a food park. |
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| Saheed Minar: |
| Saheed Minar is situated near Esplanade on the Kolkata Maidan. It was initially known as Octerloney Monument. It was named after its founder, Sir David Ochterlony. This magnificent monument was established in the year 1848 so as to mark the founder''s victory in the Nepal War (1814-1816). It war later renamed as Saheed Minar in the honor of those who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of our country. The minar also gives a splendid view of the city of Kolkata. |
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| Victoria Memorial: |
| Victoria Memorial is a memorial of Queen Victoria , then Emporess of India. It currently serves as a museum and a tourist attraction. The memorial was designed by Sir William Emerson in an architectural style similar to Belfast City Hall. It was built between 1906 and 1921. It is a majestic white marble building at the southern end of the Maidan and surrounded by a sprawling garden. A black bronze Angel of Victory, holding a bugle in her hand can be found on the dome above the Memorial. It is fixed to its pedestal with ball bearings and acts as a weathercock when the wind is strong enough. |
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| Eden Gardens: |
| Eden Gardens is the country’s oldest and the biggest cricket stadium. Eden Gardens Cricket Club came into existence in the year 1864. The first ever first-class match that took place in the Eden Gardens was in 1917-18 and the first test match to be played here was in January 1934 against Douglas Jardine''s MCC. It was in February 1987, when the first ODI match was hosted here. The stadium can accommodate about 1,20,000 persons. |
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| Belur Math : |
| Calcutta Belur Math was founded in 1938 by Swami Vivekananda, the disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa, paying homage to his guru. It is situated at a distance of about 6.4 kms from Howrah Station on the banks of the Hooghly River. Belur math has an amazingly big prayer hall, where you can find the awesome statue of Ramakrishna. |
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| Dakshineshwar Kali Temple: |
| This temple is the largest of all temples of Kolkata. It is dedicated to Goddess Kali. It is located on the Banks of the river Ganga at Hoogly. |
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| Kaligath Kali Temple: |
| Located on the banks of river Hooghly, Kalighat Kali temple is a very famous temple of the city of Calcutta. It is dedicated to Goddess kali, who is believed to be the destroyer as well as liberator. For Hindus, Kali temple at Kalighat, Kolkata is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations. It is during the months of Bhadra, Paush and Chaitra (according to the Bengali calendar) that Kali temple at Kalighat turns into a convergence point for devotees from al over the world. |
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| Saint Pauls Cathedral: |
| St. Paul''s Cathedral is the first Episcopal Church of the Orient. Bishop Wilson patronized the construction of this beautiful church in 1839. It is situated at the southern end of the Maidan. It is 247 ft. in length and 81 ft. in width. The main hall of the cathedral is very large containing splendid carved wooden pews and chairs. Its eastern walls are covered with the mind-blowing colorful artwork. |
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| Nehru Children Museum: |
| The museum was established in 1960’s.The fabulous collections include puppets depicting the great Indian epics and gorgeous dolls dressed up in national costumes of different countries of the world. Nehru Children museum also consists of an elementary science gallery. Special highlights of this museum are the small working models of railway crossings. There is a wonderful library for children that contain books on varied subjects. |
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