Cloaked with culture and dotted with heritage, Kolkata has been the buzzing focal point of various civilizations, dynasties and communities – Mughals, Europeans, Jewish, Chinese and Armenians have called this city their home, and that is well-reflected in the city’s incredible architecture that pays homage to its political, social and cultural copiousness. These 4 handpicked … Continue reading “Top 4 Colonial Buildings in Kolkata”
Eager explorers travelling to different parts of India will find abundant beauty to please their heart and minds in every place, yet the feeling isn’t comparable to the unique and utterly wonderful experience of visiting the city of joy! Discovering the city might feel like you’re going through a time warp – though a metropolitan … Continue reading “3 Very Intriguing Things about Kolkata Even Locals Might Not Know”
It is always a pleasure when the place you’re visiting has ample options for sightseeing, shopping, gorging on delicious food and getting more intimate with the culture. Kolkata, the most well-known city in Eastern India, is popularly called the ‘cultural capital of India’. Healthy nurturing of cultural content is a key part of Bengali lifestyle. … Continue reading “3 Awesome Upcoming Events in Kolkata You Don’t Want to Miss!”
The power of words is eternal. The words can move you, change you, heal you and inspire you. And to celebrate these empowering words and our tryst with literature, we chronicled the details of International Kolkata Book Fair 2019 in this blog. Since 1976, Kolkata Book Fair has been taking over the city – it … Continue reading “43rd International Kolkata Book Fair is Here; Mark Your Calendars Bookworms!”
Kolkata is famous for many things but it is the toothsome mishtis that strikes the chord of your hearts in the deepest way. Bengali sweets are dollops of deliciousness coated with a rich coalition of culture, heritage and tradition. They melt your heart and tickle your taste buds. Here, we’ve culled down a nifty list … Continue reading “Delectable Bengali Sweet Dishes to Taste before 2018 Ends”
Xmas is just round the corner and preparations are in full swing! As the city gears up for a merry and charming Christmas, here we remember some of the most delightful things about Xmas to get you more excited! Decor: The city of joy shines brighter during Christmas time. All the streets and hangouts are … Continue reading “10 Delightful Things That Make Christmas More Special”
The jingling of bells, the familiar tunes of soul-soothing Christmas carols, the cosiness of woollens, the delightful Christmas foodstuffs and a web of magnificent, glittering lights all around you- Christmas in Kolkata is an extraordinary affair. The air is loaded with merriness, hoho-s and haha-s, and enough excitement to touch the most reclusive souls! When … Continue reading “#ChristmasCountDown: 4 Places in Kolkata to Soak in the Christmas Magic!”
Yes, the city of joy is full of historic and cultural significance. But it is also abundant in spooky places, and it definitely takes a very brave heart to explore these places after the sun descends! Here are 4 such haunted locations, so let’s go ghost hunting one chilly winter evening this year! What say? … Continue reading “4 Incredibly Haunted Spots for a Taste of Spookiness in the City of Joy”
An abode of peace, Santiniketan is just a few hours’ drive from Kolkata, and of course it’s a visual wonder! Dating back to 1883, Santiniketan is widely famed for its immense contribution to arts, education and literature scene in the country – Visva Bharati University is not a mere institution promoting liberal arts and humanities, … Continue reading “All You Need To Know Before Visiting Santiniketan”