Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, is called the City of Joy, which is very popular for its diverse history. Kolkata is the commercial, educational, theatrical, and cultural center of eastern India and is the third most populous metropolis in India.
In this article, I’m gonna show you the such a things that show the Why Kolkata is famous in India very much, not only in India but also in the World.
Here, you will know about,
- Most Popular food in Kolkata
- Famous Romantic Place
- Sweets
- And much more
Let’s dive straight into the subject.
10 Things Kolkata Is Populer for
1. Bengali Food
Kolkata is probably the best place in the region to sample all these dishes from the number of restaurants. There is a lot of variety in the cuisine of the eastern state of West Bengal which is able to satisfy even the toughest palate with the most delicious Non-Veg and Veg Preparation. It is my guarantee, that after tasting the Bengali food, you fall in love with the taste of this food.
2. Biryani
Briyani is my Favourite Dishes. I love this very much. Although, you can taste on of the most popular, Hydrabadi Briyani, but, you can not ignore the taste of the Kolkata’s Briyani with potato, the unique combination. When you are exploring Kolkata, do not miss trying Briyani from the local street and the taste of Arsalan. For every Bengali, Briyani is not only a Dishes, it is an emotion.
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3. Durga Puja
Exploring Calcutta is incomplete without attending the Durga Puja festival in West Bengal. Every year this festival is celebrated here with much pomp and splendor. This worldwide famous festival, Durga Puja is celebrated for ten days in the month of Ashwin in the Hindu calendar. Usually, Durga Puja happens in September and October Month.
4. Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens is one of the largest stadiums in the world. This largest cricket stadium establish around 150 years ago. The Seating Capacity of the stadium is 60000. Eden Gardens Stadium is considered not only a landmark but also a historic and heritage site. This Cricket Stadium host national to international level games.
5. Victoria Memorial Hall
Victoria Memorial Hall is one of the most popular Romantic places, especially for couples in Kolkata. On the banks of the Ganes, the Victoria Memorial Hall and the Green Garden with coloring flower is just Awesome. Between 1906 and 1921, Dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria, the building was constructed. Victoria Memorial is built of white Makrana marble and is a monument to the Empress.
6. Kolkata Metro
The Kolkata Metro or Kolkata Metro is a subway system that serves the city of Kolkata. Established in 1984, Kolkata Metro is the oldest and first metro service in India. This Metro Service is working for more than 30 years.
7. Hand-Pulled Rickshaw
A hand-drawn rickshaw is another great way to get around town. Although most cities offer auto-rickshaw services, hand-pulled rickshaws are available in some cities, such as Kolkata. A person pull the two-wheler rickshaw with his hand. A fun and amazing thing for visitors riding in hand drawn rickshaws.
8. Howrah Bridges/ Rabindra Setu
Rabindra Setu or Howrah Bridge is a cantilever bridge with a hanging span over the Ganges. This Bridges is connects with the two cities Howrah and West Bengal. Spanning over the 1500 feet, the Bridge is the lifeline of Kolkata.
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9. Bengali Sweets(Rasgulla)
Like Briyani, Bengali Sweet; Rasgulla, Sandesh, is one of the most widely used sweets in West Bengal. You can be familiar with the naturally dangerously delicious Rasgulla, Sandesh, and Gulab Jamun but in Kolkata, you can find things you have never seen before. Rasgulla is one of the three most prominent trademarks of Bengali culture.
10. Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Jorasanko Tagore Bari is the birthplace of Rabindranath Tagore. It is the ancestral home of the Tagore Family. Now, it is located on the campus of Rabindranath Tagore University. You can hear a song, “Jodi tor dak sune koi na asa, tobe akla cholo re”.Rabindra Bharti University organizes programs to commemorate his death and birth anniversaries.
Conclusion of Kolkata Is Populer for
Kolkata has a Tagline ‘City of Joy. I hope you have got most of the reasons why Kolkata Is Populer for in India and as well as, all over the world.
Now, I want to ask you:
Where are came from? Are you live in West Bengal or Came in the outside state of WB.
Let me know in the comments now.
