Kolkata, India travel guide

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Things to Do

Discover what makes this city so unique

See & Do

The Most Haunted Places to Avoid After Midnight in Kolkata

Guides & Tips

Unusual Things to Do in Kolkata

History

A Brief History of the Shaheed Minar, Kolkata

Health & Wellness

The Best Fitness Studios in Kolkata for a Good Workout

Guides & Tips

The Best Tours To Take In Kolkata, India

Music

Border Movement: Electronic Music's Rise in Kolkata, India

Music

The Best Concert Venues in Kolkata

Books

The Best Independent Bookstores in Kolkata

History

The History Of Shalimar Bagh, Kashmir In 1 Minute

Guides and Features

Make the most of your trip

See & Do

How To Spend Five Days In Kolkata

See & Do

8 Places to Visit With Your Children in Kolkata, India

See & Do

Famous Parks and Gardens in Kolkata, India

See & Do

How to Spend 48 Hours in Kolkata, India

See & Do

11 Reasons Why You Should Visit Kolkata

Travel Tips and Itineraries

Things to know before visiting

Guides & Tips

How to Spend a Day in Kolkata’s Dharmatala Neighborhood

See & Do

The Best Quick And Easy Getaways From Kolkata

Guides & Tips

How to Spend a Day in Kolkata’s Salt Lake City Neighborhood

Tech

Apps To Make Getting Around Kolkata Easier

Guides & Tips

Where to Go in Kolkata for Panoramic Views

Guides & Tips

The Coolest Neighborhoods in Kolkata

Know Before You Go

Learn about the city's local customs, traditions and festivals

History

A Brief History of the Shaheed Minar, Kolkata

History

The History Of Shalimar Bagh, Kashmir In 1 Minute

History

7 Historic Events That Defined Modern Day Kolkata

See & Do

How Charles Dickens is Tied to Kolkata

Guides & Tips

The Reasons Why Calcutta Was Renamed Kolkata

Film & TV

A Tour of Lion's Filming Locations in Kolkata, India

Sports

The History Of Kabaddi In 1 Minute

See & Do

Wilderness Meets Urban: A Guide to Sites in West Bengal and Kolkata

Guides & Tips

A Brief History of the Writers' Building, Kolkata

Cultural Highlights

Immerse yourself in the city's lifestyle

Food & Drink

10 Traditional Dishes From Kolkata You Need to Try

Fashion

An Introduction to Kolkata's Traditional Dress

Food & Drink

The Best Street Food In Kolkata

Food & Drink

10 Local Street Food Dishes To Try In Kolkata

Books

Recommended Books Featuring Kolkata

Music

Border Movement: Electronic Music's Rise in Kolkata, India

Books

The Unfinished Legacy of Rabindranath Tagore

Film & TV

10 Films To Watch Before Visiting Kolkata

Film & TV

7 Satyajit Ray Films With Strong Female Protagonists

Neighborhoods in Kolkata