Kolkata, [a] formerly known as Calcutta[b] (its official name until 2001), is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of West Bengal. It lies on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, 80 km (50 mi) west …

4 days ago · Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is a city, the capital of West Bengal state, and the former capital (1772–1911) of British India. It is one of India’s largest cities and one of its major ports.

According to forum posts, visiting historical and cultural sites is a must in Kolkata. Travelers have called out landmarks such as the Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, and Tagore House as significant …

Famously known as the City of Joy, Kolkata is, in every sense, the artistic, cultural and intellectual capital of the country. Kolkata's streets are vivid, hectic, chaotic, and yet, brimming with life and …

Kolkata (Calcutta) travel guide. Explore Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, vibrant street food, iconic trams, Durga Puja festivals and more with local tips.

Kolkata (Bengali: কলকাতা Kalkātā, Hindi: कोलकाता Kolkātā), formerly Calcutta, is the capital and largest city of West Bengal and the cultural capital of India. Kolkata is an "in your face" city that …

Sep 12, 2025 · From timeless icons to modern gems, these are the essential places to visit in Kolkata. Kolkata unfolds as a palimpsest of faiths layered over centuries, each leaving behind sacred spaces …

Feb 27, 2026 · Kolkata and other areas of West Bengal was shaken by a massive earthquake on Friday afternoon, with residents reporting tremors across the city around 1:22 pm. According to the National …

May 21, 2025 · Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the educational, commercial and cultural centre of the Eastern part of India, and is the third most populous metropolitan city of India.

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