Calcutta jewels to visit after filling up with Maccher Jhol and Chamchams Family Travel

Kolkata or Calcutta, as we still call it, is a place to visit at least once. Definitely for the food and the beautiful bridal loan gases for which it is famous, but also to take a look at what a truly panoramic city looks like. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and you have to be a traveler to see it in the streets of Calcutta. The city has an art treasure that fascinates you, architecture that inspires you and food that saturates you to the utmost. A tour of the city gives you an insight into the city’s intellectual and artistic past. Here are some of the Kolkata gems that you must visit.

Victoria Monument

You can start the journey right from the Victoria Memorial, built by George Curzon, Viceroy of India, in honor of Queen Victoria. The magnificent beauty of white marble has been converted into a museum and houses more than 28,000 artifacts in its 25 galleries. The popularity of the place is due to the fact that it receives almost 20 lakh visitors every year!

Howrah bridge

You’ve seen it in movies and now it’s time for you to personally see the size of this fourth largest bridge in the world. The Howrah Bridge is a symbol of the city and connects the east bank of Howrah with the west bank of Kolkata. From a taxi driver to a guide, the first place you should visit in the city is this bridge, which is the pride of the people in the city. The recommended time of day to visit this bridge is at night when you can see the twinkling lights of the city from the bridge, whose reflection mirrors the water below.

Sunderbans

Who doesn’t like to spend some time in Mother Nature’s rounds, especially if it’s a place like Sunderbans? This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest tiger reserve in India. It is part of the largest delta in the world, which consists of the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers. The scenic beauty, serenity, and picturesque backdrop of this place will force you to just sit and enjoy its beauty and of course click a lot of selfies for social media.

Tagore’s house

Rabindra Nath Tagore was one of the poets who are said to have put India on the world map of literature. Also known as “Jorasanko Thakur Bari”, Tagore’s house is one of the most important places in Calcutta, This building, in which he used to live, is now a museum that displays some of his literary wonders and fabulous paintings. A visit to this place gives you an insight into the life of Tagore.

Dakshineshwar Kali temple

The state of Bengal and especially Kolkata are littered with temples that pay homage to the goddess Kali. This temple is one of the most popular in Kolkata and you should visit it for its architectural beauty, even if you are not that religious. The temple is on the banks of Hooghly and gives you another reason to visit as you can see the river up close. And when you think about it, we all have a long list of things we need to free ourselves from the breast and a whole range of things that we can ask the Almighty to do. A good chance for you to do this during your visit.

Prinsep Ghat

This cannot be overlooked; The calm water, the cute boats that rock gently on the water, and the background of the Howrah Bridge. It is a perfect place to visit in the evening, armed with lots of delicious dishes from Kolkata Street. You will witness many Greek and Gothic style architecture that will surely make you appreciate its beauty. If you’re going on a trip with a loved one, hop on a boat for a romantic cruise while introducing yourself as the protagonist of an old Bollywood film.

Fort William

This fort is located on the east bank of Hooghly and dates from the colonial period. It once served as a prison, but is now used as the headquarters of the Indian Army’s eastern command wing. It was built in the British Raj and named after King William III. Although you will need a special permit to visit the fort, the story that goes with it is well worth it. Another place to visit out of love for British Raj history is the oldest canton of India in Barrackpore,

Once you’ve completed your sightseeing, you can always go to Park Street to enjoy delicious Calcutta dishes and then shop at the New Market. If you are in Calcutta for a longer period of time, check out This blog for more ideas.