The Black Hole Monument is one of Kolkata’s most historically significant and debated memorials. It commemorates the Black Hole of Calcutta incident of 20 June 1756, when British prisoners were allegedly confined overnight in a small guardroom at the old Fort...
Birla Mandir Kolkata is one of the city’s most beautiful and peaceful Hindu temples. Located in the upscale Ballygunge area, this magnificent white marble temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna (Radha-Krishna) and Lord Shiva. Inspired by the famous temples of...
Standing beside the iconic Victoria Memorial on Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Birla Planetarium Kolkata is one of India’s oldest and largest planetariums. Since its inauguration in 1963, it has inspired millions of visitors with fascinating astronomy shows, celestial...
The Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM) is India’s first science museum and one of Kolkata’s most engaging educational attractions. Established in 1959, the museum offers visitors an exciting journey through science, engineering, technology,...
Located peacefully on the western bank of the Hooghly River, Belur Math is one of India’s most revered spiritual destinations. Serving as the global headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, it attracts millions of pilgrims, spiritual...
The Asiatic Society Kolkata is one of India’s most prestigious scholarly institutions and among the city’s most significant heritage landmarks. Founded in 1784 by Sir William Jones, it has played a pivotal role in the study of Asian history, archaeology,...