Kolkata-The city of joy

Kolkata has a variety of tourist attractions. It greets visitors with wonderful art, magnificent architecture, great culture, and fascinating literature. It's also the perfect location for shutterbugs to go because there are so many great places to take shots. The city is known for its spectacular temples, historical sites, local retail malls, and several other tourist attractions where you may learn about Kolkata's culture.

So, take a tour of all these popular destinations in Kolkata to make your trip more fascinating.

Victoria Memorial

Viceroy of India George Curzon designed the massive white marble structure that stands in the center of the city. It is an important part of Kolkata's tourism sector. Between 1906 and 1921, the memorial was constructed to honor Queen Victoria. It has since been turned into a lovely museum with 25 gorgeous galleries housing a wonderful collection of ancient treasures. Victoria Memorial, one of Kolkata's most prominent tourist attractions, captivate people from all around the world. The Indo-Saracen revivalist style building includes British architecture and methods derived from other regions of the world, including Egyptian, Mughal, Venetian, Islamic, and Deccan.

Fort William

The British East India Company built the massive fort, which was later on, restored by Sirj al-Dawlah, Nawab of Bengal, and tells us a lot about India's history. Built on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the fort now serves as the headquarters of the Indian Army's Eastern Command wing. The fort, named after King Willim III, is located in front of Maidan, the city's largest park. To visit Fort William, you'll need a special authorization from the Commanding Officer. It is without a doubt one of Kolkata's most historically significant locations.

Alipore Zoo

The Alipore Zoo, which was established in 1876 and is a significant tourist destination in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is India's oldest zoological park. The Royal Bengal Tiger, Indian Elephant, Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros, White Tiger, Grant's Zebra, Antelope, Deer, and other creatures call it home. At the same time, the zoo is home to a variety of interesting birds such as Macaws and Lorikeets, as well as colourful and flamboyant birds such as Swinhoe's Pheasant, Lady Amherst's Pheasant, and Golden Pheasant, as well as huge birds such as Ostrich, Emu, and Hornbills. During the winter, migrating birds such as the Sarus Crane may be seen at the Alipore Zoo. 

Nakhoda Mosque

The Nakhoda Mosque, one of Kolkata's biggest mosques and a spiritual centre for Muslims, is the city's most visited tourist attraction. The prayer hall can hold up to 10,000 worshippers. The mosque's domes and minarets are built in the same style as Fatehpur Sikri's. It is a popular tourist destination in Kolkata since it is one of the city's sacred locations.

Science City

The science city is a wonderful combination of education and entertainment. The Scientific City, the first of its type in India, is one of the world's best and largest science museums, providing an entertaining approach for people to learn about science. It was established in July 1, 1997, and has become a popular tourism attraction for both locals and visitors to Kolkata. There is also a section dedicated to water animals. A full overview of the many fishes and insects found in the aquatic realm may be found in this section. These aquariums house a variety of unusual and rare fish. The scientific city's ground level contains various optical illusions that are really entertaining to look at. The energy ball, tornadoes, ocean waves, and quicksand are all must-sees. The Time Machine is a popular choice among all the kids.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

In 1855, a philanthropist named Rani Rashmoni built the temple of Bhavatarini, a manifestation of goddess Kali, who is said to "liberate her followers from the ocean of life." The magnificent temple complex, built in the traditional Bengali Nava-Ratna style, is a renowned pilgrimage destination for Hindu pilgrims. The Hindu saint Ramakrishna Paramahansa used to live on the peaceful eastern bank of the Hooghly River, and this temple was formerly his home. It is one of Kolkata's most well-known temples.

Mother Teresa's House

Without touching tales from the life of Mother Teresa, the humanitarian, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the storey of Kolkata's historical and cultural land would be incomplete. Hundreds of tourists come to Mother Teresa's House from all over the globe to pay respect to a great human being's sacrifice and to relax among the tranquillity of her followers' beliefs. Many volunteers visit the location in an attempt to follow in Mother Theresa's footsteps and aid those who want assistance.