Kolkata

Rightly termed as the city of joy, Kolkata is the real pride of West Bengal. This is a vibrant 350-year-old metropolis which had a charismatic past and equally fascinating present. Kolkata can be rightly termed as a melting pot of cultures, history, literature and art. People here are extremely creative and find peace in their age old art. The city houses numerous iconic landmarks which tell stories about its legendary history. And not to forget the local food here which leaves an everlasting taste on your tongue.

Victoria Memorial remains the most visited attraction of the city sprawling over an area of 57 acres of land. Here you will find 21 lush green gardens, over 28,394 artefacts, and 3,900 paintings. It was raised in the memory of Queen Victoria and welcomes over 20 lakhs annual visitors. Fort William of Kolkata also takes visitors back to the colonial era. It is known with the name of black hole of Calcutta as it was once a jail where prisoners were kept. Mother House also attracts travellers and locals alike. This is a tribute of rock-like faith and incredible charity of Mother Teresa. Here visitors can see Mother Teresa's Tomb, a museum and her room. Here she was buried here on 13th September, 1997.

A sightseeing tour to Kolkata can never end without spotting the legendary Howrah Bridge. It is rightly called the oldest but the busiest place in the city where it is must to click a picture. The bridge connects Kolkata and Howrah and looks spectacular in its construction.

Nature enthusiasts must explore Sunderbans in Kolkata. This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses the world's largest coastal mangrove forest. Here you can spot majestic tigers apart from other animals.

For some shopping spree, a visit to Chowringhee is must. This busy neighbourhood in Kolkata is an exciting place to indulge in local entertainment. Click pictures with backdrops of some towering buildings and some famous landmarks like Bishop's House, St. Paul's Cathedral, Tipu Sultan Mosque, etc.

How to Reach:
By Air: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata is a major international airport of India.
By Rail: Kolkata has huge rail connectivity with many superfast trains connecting it with nearby cities.
By Road: The National Highway number 2 and 6 link Kolkata with all major cities of India. Both government and private buses are available to reach here with ease.