Pictures of Kolkata

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Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

This striking-looking steel bridge provides a great vantage point to view life on the Hooghly River, the body of water that flows along the western edge of Kolkata. 

Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.

The former capital of the British Raj is a friendly city blessed with architectural diversity, festivals and an eclectic cuisine.

Explore a vast natural expanse where a popular type of Indian tea was cultivated. It is also home to one of the world’s widest trees.

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

Explore a vast natural expanse where a popular type of Indian tea was cultivated. It is also home to one of the world’s widest trees.

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Explore a vast natural expanse where a popular type of Indian tea was cultivated. It is also home to one of the world’s widest trees.

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.

Visit the largest urban park in Kolkata where you can take part in outdoor activities, relax with a picnic, watch horse racing or learn about the stars.

Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

Explore a vast natural expanse where a popular type of Indian tea was cultivated. It is also home to one of the world’s widest trees.

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

This striking-looking steel bridge provides a great vantage point to view life on the Hooghly River, the body of water that flows along the western edge of Kolkata. 

Visit the largest urban park in Kolkata where you can take part in outdoor activities, relax with a picnic, watch horse racing or learn about the stars.

The former capital of the British Raj is a friendly city blessed with architectural diversity, festivals and an eclectic cuisine.