Known popularly as the City of Joy, Kolkata is the tourist's paradise when it comes to historical regalia as well as nature's retreat. Take a walk through the city, taste the delicious food and witness a bygone era unfolding in front of your eyes! For the history enthusiasts, monuments like the Victoria Memorial, Fort William, Indian Museum, Howrah Bridge, South Park Cemetery, Eden Gardens, National Library and Mother Teresa House would be places they'd love to spend hours in. The city has its fair share of nature parks with the most famous one being Calcutta Botanical Garden along with the more frequently populated Rabindra Sarovar. Some fun places for kids would include Birla Planetarium, Alipore Zoo, Science City. Get a glimpse of vibrant culture in places like the Dakshineshwar Kali Temple, Prinsep Ghat, New Market, Old Chinatown, and Kumartuli where the famous Durga idols are made. A trip to Kolkata would truly be an experience worth cherishing a lifetime!
