Want to witness the architectural grandeur , rich history , literature , culture and enchanting art of India? Kolkata is the right place for your search. The capital city of West Bengal is familiarly known as the cultural capital of India. Kolkata well set on the banks of River Hooghly is also known as “The city of Joy” since the city is famous for its dramas and theaters. Music and dance are an integral part of the culture in West Bengal. Love to be there? Well , visit and enjoy the culture of the Bengalis by taking a trip to Kolkata.

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About Kolkata

Kolkata , the capital of West Bengal , is a cosmopolitan and multicultural city located at the eastern region of India. Its diversity ranges from various states of the country to the Chinese , Tibetans , Germans , Armenians and Sinhalese too. In fact , Kolkata is famous for being home to the largest Chinatown of India. Apart from the wealth of cultures , it flourishes as a fastest developing city with many industries , private sector firms and shopping centres settled here. Further , the landscape is evolving with gardens , flyovers and new commercial establishments , ensuring there is something or the other for every traveller.

Major tourist attractions of Kolkata

Howrah Bridge- Suspended on the Hooghly River , the Howrah bridge is a cantilever bridge capable of carrying over 1 ,00 ,000 vehicles per day and over 1 ,50 ,000 pedestrians , making it one of the busiest bridges of the world.

Victoria Memorial- The Victoria Memorial lay at the banks of Hooghly River and was constructed between 1906 to 1921 in the memory of Queen Victoria. The architectural design captures the amalgamation of Mughal and British elements with Islamic , Deccani , Egyptian and Venetian influences.

There are many more places that showcase the heritage , culture and diversity of Kolkata and some of them are:

• Indian Museum , Kolkata
• Dakshineswar Kali Temple
• Belur Math
• Fort William
• New Town Eco Park
• Science City
• Marble Palace
• St. Paul's Cathedral
• Prinsep Ghat

Classic Local Cuisine in Kolkata

Discover scrumptious Bengali cuisine that combines subtle flavours , desserts and confectionaries to create spectacular multi-course dishes. Luchi , Sandesh , Shukto , Aloo Potol Posto , Illish Macher Jhol , Malpua , Kolar Bora and the Mishti Doi.

Shopping Destinations

• New Market for sarees , affordable dresses and accessories
• Dakshinapan Shopping Centre to find the exquisite range of handicrafts and tea
• Bara Bazaar for anything to everything including home decor , clothes , toys , electronics and more
• Quest Mall for international brands , where fashion meets entertainment and dining too.

Transportation in Kolkata

Kolkata is equipped with an impressive network of railways , roadways and airways. The South Bengal State Transport (SBST) , West Bengal Surface Transport Corporation (WBSTC) , Calcutta State Transport Corporation (CSTC) , North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC) and Calcutta Tramways Company (CTC) offers buses at budget-friendly prices , and not to mention the iconic yellow taxis that are best to travel short distances. Private cabs or trams are other convenient modes of transportation in the city as well.

Best time to visit Kolkata

November to February are regarded to be the best time to visit Kolkata. However , with the cheapest airfare on Paytm , travellers can book online air ticket anytime and that too without spending too much for the same.

Kolkata Airport

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is located at the Jessore Road , Dum Dum and is owned by the Airports Authority of India. The integrated terminal of the airport contains six levels and can accommodate 25 million passengers per year. There are 128 check-in counters , 12 customs counter and 78 immigration counters for international and domestic flights.

About Leh

Leh is the largest town of Ladakh that is known for its mountainous regions , untouched natural beauty and welcoming hospitality. Though it is a remote district , it has its prominence due to its proximity to the international border. Gifted with awesome landscapes and lakes , Leh is visited by tourists from various part of India.

Transportation in Leh

Being a small town , travellers have to count on rickshaws , shared jeeps and trucks to travel within the city. The Leh Airport or Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport connects the town to other major domestic destinations of the nation. Travellers can take advantage of domestic flight offers and grab the lowest Leh Kolkata fares too.

Leh Airport

Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) is beautifully constructed amidst the might Himalayan Mountain ranges , as a result of which flights can land or take off only during the day. The airport has an elevation of 3 ,256m that makes it one of the highest commercial airports of the world. Some of the domestic destinations covered by the airport include Mumbai , Srinagar , Delhi , Jammu , Chandigarh and Kolkata.

Facilities of Leh Airport

Amenities- The airport is a small rustic area with basic amenities like emergency medical assistance , baggage X-ray systems and free trolleys.

Eat- Passengers can get the snacks , foods that are found in the cafeterias along with beverages.