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India

Kolkāta / City of sweets and culture

MeowScore 😾69/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😾
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

October

Experience the city at its cultural peak during Navratri celebrations.

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january

Visit Kolkata in January for the vibrant kite flying festival!

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february

Explore Kolkata's romantic side, with perfect weather for walks in the park.

🎉
march

Join the colorful Holi festival and experience a kaleidoscope of colors in Kolkata.

🍲
april

Taste the diverse street food of Kolkata during the Bengali New Year celebrations.

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may

Take a break from the heat and visit the air-conditioned museums of Kolkata.

☂️
june

Experience the monsoon season in Kolkata and watch the city turn lush green.

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july

Witness the annual Rath Yatra, a grand chariot festival of Lord Jagannath.

🎊
august

Attend Durga Puja, the biggest festival of Kolkata, and witness the city's grandeur.

🇮🇳
september

Learn about Indian independence by visiting landmarks dedicated to the movement in Kolkata.

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october

Visit the century-old Kalighat temple and witness the festive Navratri celebrations.

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november

Take a boat ride through the Hooghly river and enjoy the pleasant weather of Kolkata.

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december

Explore Kolkata's colonial past through the history of Victoria Memorial.

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Kolkata is generally budget-friendly, with cheaper accommodations, food, and transportation options. Bargaining is common in markets and street-side vendors, making shopping affordable.

Visit New Market and Gariahat for budget shopping. Take local buses or metro to save on transportation costs.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short city break

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short city break

Kolkata is often visited as part of a larger tour of India, with visitors taking a couple of days to explore the city's colonial history and cuisine.

Tipping

0-5%

Minimal tipping culture

Tipping

0-5%

Minimal tipping culture

Cash is preferred but some places accept cards. Splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

great Speed

Mostly good but can vary in different areas

great Availability

Widely accessible in most parts of the city

great Cellular

Decent coverage but can have weak spots

Electric socket type D

Common in India. Old British standard BS 546, requires grounded receptacle, doesn't accept other plug types.

INR

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

A cat's paradise of sights, sounds and smells. Endless markets and street food galore.

Beware crossing the road with care, or risk using all nine lives at once.

Things to do

The mainstream

🏛️
Indian Museum
⛪
St. Paul's Cathedral
🌃
Park Street
🐾
Howrah Bridge
🏰
Victoria Memorial

The mainstream

🏛️
Indian Museum

The oldest and largest museum in India with over 100 galleries showcasing art, history, and culture. A perfect spot for inquisitive cats. 🐱

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⛪
St. Paul's Cathedral

A Gothic-style Anglican cathedral with soaring spires, intricate carvings, and beautiful stained glass windows. Truly a cathedral to cat-ch the eye. 🐈

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🌃
Park Street

The trendy street lined with cafes, bars, and shops is the cat's whiskers for a night out on the town. 🍸

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🐾
Howrah Bridge

The iconic suspended catwalk over the Hooghly river that connects Howrah and Kolkata is a sight to behold. 🌉

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🏰
Victoria Memorial

A magnificent white marble structure, built to commemorate the death of Queen Victoria. The sprawling gardens and beautiful fountains around it are purrfect for cat naps. 🐾

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Off the beaten path

🏛️
Indian Museum
🕌
Nakhoda Mosque
🌳
Rabindra Sarobar Lake
🌅
Prinsep Ghat
📚
Coffee House of College Street

Off the beaten path

🏛️
Indian Museum

The oldest and largest museum in India, it has an extraordinary collection of art, antiques and artifacts from all over the world. 🏛️🌍

Google Maps
🕌
Nakhoda Mosque

A gorgeous mosque with stunning architecture and peaceful ambience. It's one of the largest mosques in the city. 🕌

Google Maps
🌳
Rabindra Sarobar Lake

A large lake surrounded by lush greenery, ideal for jogging, boating or just sitting and enjoying the calm. 🏊‍♀️🌳

Google Maps
🌅
Prinsep Ghat

A serene spot by the Hooghly River, perfect for a relaxing stroll and a boat ride. 🚣‍♀️🌅

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📚
Coffee House of College Street

Iconic cafe with a literary legacy, where many famous writers and intellectuals have sipped on hot tea or coffee. ☕️📚

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Kolkata's Cultural Diversity

Kolkata is home to various religions and cultures, which is reflected in its food, festivals, and architecture. Don't miss out on experiencing Durga Puja or trying local delicacies like mishti doi.

Navigating the Streets

Kolkata's streets can be quite chaotic, so be careful while crossing them. Also, don't be surprised if you see street vendors and cows roaming freely around the city.

Shopping Galore

Kolkata is a shopper's paradise, from local markets like Gariahat to malls like South City. Don't forget to bargain while shopping in local markets!

Useful external sites

www.wbtourismgov.in/destination/place/kolkata_d

Kolkata Tourism↗

Official tourism website for Kolkata providing information on accommodation, attractions, and events

www.kolkatamirror.com

Kolkata Mirror↗

Online city guide for Kolkata with information on food, shopping, entertainment, and travel

www.kolkatapage.com

Kolkata Page↗

Informational website for Kolkata with a focus on culture, history, and attractions

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