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  Armenian Church

Armenian Church
This is the oldest church in Kolkata, is situated at 1, Armenian Street. It was established in 1764. In the frontage on of the building there is a tomb which is supposedly belonging to "Reza Bibi".
The Armenians made their settlement in Kolkata at the first half of the 17th century and throughout the period;

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there was an energetic Armenian population in Kolkata. A step over to the Armenian Church will offer you with a charming visualization about the existence of the Armenian in Kolkata. The church is still lively as a sacred organization which serves the tradition of Armenians since from 1724.

 
 

Outram ghat
The picturesque Outram ghat positioned to the south of Babughat is one of the Kolkata's leading waterside amusement spot. The Outram Ghat is a multi-use ghat. One can cleanse, can arrange birth and death ceremonies and in the festive time, idols can as well be immersed here.

Outram ghat
 
 

Outram Ghat also have a majestic feel. So the ghat is dedicated in memoriam of Sir James Outram, a daring general of the powerful British Empire. At the time of British rule, Outram Ghat was used as a port for many foreign cargo vessels. This ghat also vibrates with absolute nostalgic feelings.

 
 

Pareshnath temple

Pareshnath temple
The splendid Pareshnath Jain Temple is situated to the North East of Kolkata at the busy Badridas Temple Street. The holy place is devoted to Pareshnath, who was the 23rd Jain Tirthankar, and was constructed in the year 1867.
Here the idol of Lord Shitalnathji's diamond studded

 
 

forehead pulls pilgrims from distant places. In the temple there is a lamp which has been continually flaming since the temple's origin in 1867. So, the lamp is a silent spectator to numerous amazing events.
The interiors of the holy place are prolifically ornamented with the higher excellence of mirrors and glasses. The base is covered with marble. Here also one can find the plentiful use of crystals, diamonds and other expensive metals.
The interior of the temple is astoundingly stunning, enclosed with a lot of flower gardens and gleaming cascade in ideal harmonization. There is also a well-maintained and beautiful basin, with multicolored fishes. Therefore, the Pareshnath Jain Temple is an example where the religious and the natural coexist in a perfect concord.

 
 

Nakhoda Masjid
Nakhoda Mosque is the largest and the most attractive mosque is the one at Chitpur Road, Kolkata.
This superb dome formed mosque made of red stonework and has two minarets. Pilgrims are fascinated by the creative decorative patterns that beautify its parapet. The mosque is one of the best examples of the Indo-Saracenic school of architecture. This was planned on

Nakhoda Masjid
 
 

the prototype of Mughal ruler Akbar's tomb at Sikandra.The mosque becomes active particularly throughout the celebrations like Id and Ramzan. The whole mosque is lighted with neon lights and decorated with flowers and the pious Muslims from every part of Kolkata assemble at the mosque premise for plea.

 
  Maghen David Synagogue

Maghen David Synagogue
The Maghen David Synagogue on Jewish Synagogue Street is also the oldest houses of devotion in Kolkata. Constructed by Elias David Joseph Ezra, as an honor to his father, the synagogue was publicly opened in 1884. The tower of the synagogue presents a superb vision of the metropolis.

 
 

St John’s church
St John's Church, initially a cathedral, was amongst the original communal buildings built by the East India Company. It was planned by Deputy James Agg of the Bengal Engineers and its structure was finished by 1787.
The dense burial ground here has numeral attractive headstone, counting the octagonal crypt of. Depended

St John’s church
 
 

on Greek design the elegant Church is prepared completely of stone. In the interior of the church there are the renowned works of art of The Last Supper by John Zoffany and an excellent tainted glass window.

 
  Shahid minar

Shahid minar
This soaring Minar is situated at one of the mainly charming locales of Kolkata towards the North Eastern area of the Maidan. This monument was erected by the British East India Company in 1828. The initial name of this was Ochterlony Monument, suitably named in the name of Sir David Ochterlony of the East India Company.

 
 

After liberty, it was renamed as the Sahid Minar in reminiscence of the willing victims of the freedom struggle.This tower is a unique one; it was planned by celebrated British designer - J.P. Parker. He planned this tower with a perfect synthesis of the Syrian, Egyptian and Turkish schools of architecture.
In it you have to cross 218 steps in all. When the final step is ultimately meet then you are on the uppermost stand, the City of Joy looks akin to a fairyland. This awesome vision of Kolkata from the pinnacle of Sahid Minar is one of the most valuable reminiscences for the guests.

 
 

The Museum Of The Asiatic Society
The Museum Of The Asiatic Society has a huge compilation of Paintings, Manuscripts, Sculptures, Bronzes, Coins and Inscriptions. It was in fact
established on 1814 under the assistance of Dr. N. Wallich. The Society continues a museum of its personal ownership of Asokan Rock Edict (250 B.C.), Copper Plates, Coins, Sculptures, Manuscripts and Archival records.

 
 

Netaji museum
It is set up in 1961. The collections are preserved in the inherited house of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose consist of delicate effects, photographs, letters of Netaji and additional papers. This museum also has a high-quality and vast compilation of photographs and papers on India’s great effort for independence.

 
 

Floating Museum
It is world's first floating museum, situated at the "Man-o-War" jetty. Here the floating Steamer at the Man-of-War jetty in Calcutta was transformed to marine museum and education center of the Calcutta Port Trust in July 1993.

 
 

Kolkata Race Course
The Kolkata Race Course resides in the south-western angle of the Maidan. Its existence put in to the splendor of the metropolis by good feature of its neatness and flourishing greenery. The flower estates here are reserved perfectly all over the year.
Manufactured in 1820 and was planned by the Royal Turf Club.It is one of the

Kolkata Race Course
 
 

biggest race courses in the state. Various significant and high-status race events occur here commonly. Apart from the horse races, this land is also utilized for playing polo.

 
  Alipore Zoo

Alipore Zoo
Alipur Zoological Garden established in 19th century with the expanse of 45 acres of land selected by the previous East India Company.
The Zoo is distinctive in several ways. It is a significant Zoo and when the past combines with natural world, it makes for a thrilling fabrication. For example,

 
 

the exceptional Manipur Brow Antlered Deer was first brought by this zoo from virtual destruction. This Zoo was amongst the first Zoos in the nation to have effectively bred Giraffes and this is the first Zoo in India to present Tigions and Litigons.

 
 

Millennium Park
A comparatively latest park in Kolkata, Millennium Park is located alongside the filament on eastern coast of Hooghly River for an extension of 2.5 km. The park consists of scenery gardens and of kid’s various enjoyment rides. It is a millennium present from Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA/CMDA) to the Calcuttans launched on 26 December 1999.

Millennium Park
 
  Aquatica

Aquatica
A water park identified as the Aquatica was just opened in Kolkata, situated close to Rajarhat at Kochpukur. The water park proffers guests a chill break from the high temperature and filth of metropolis.
The recreational area can provide accommodation of 5,000 people at a time. Guests are permitted to go for a

 
 

dip in the artificial river and sea. The water here is purified in every hour to keep it crystal clear and convivial. The falsely formed waves are the most excellent in India. One might also enjoy rafting and rotating in Mountain Rivers. A further place of chill 'masti' is the 'Aqua Dance' or the disco on water. Fashion demonstration and Dandia revelry are also celebrated here frequently. A trip to Aquatica will not only offer you a fresh ambiance, certainly will also make a treasured incident in your existence.

 
 

Swabhumi
Swabhumi is the heritage plaza of Kolkata. The spot is perfectly situated on the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass (opp. Salt Lake Stadium).
Previously where the ground of Swabhumi now positioned, was a delighted hill, where resided the Happy Prince. He all the time thought that public have to be jovial all the time. So the Swabhumi is constructed. Here now you can find the different items of different provinces. These are for exhibition and open to sell.

 
 

Energy Education Park
The Energy Education Park is one of the latest perceptions attempted to convey the consciousness amongst masses concerning the practice of conventional and non conventional resources. The park was constructed by West Bengal Renewable Energy Development Agency (WBREDA). The park is positioned

Energy Education Park
 
 

on the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass Road and is extend over a locale of about 1.5 acres. The prime intention of the development was to provide information for the utilization of renewable technologies and resources to fulfill the power crisis, particularly amongst the learners. The vital demonstrations of the park comprise Solar Car, Reduce Your Electricity Bill, Global Energy Network, Model Tidal Power Plant, Solar Hut, Solar Restaurant and Glasifier Power Plant. With the opening of to step over on the Mars, pulls rush of the travelers.

 
  The National Library

The National Library
The National Library, Kolkata is the leading library in the country and is the 2nd biggest open library in Asia. It is an organization of National significance under the 'Department of Culture, Ministry of Tourism & Culture, Government of India'. The library is chosen to accumulate, circulate and conserve the written matters

 
 

of the nation. The library is positioned on a picturesque 30 acres Belvedere Estate, in Kolkata. The current figures of reader-members in this library are 18 thousand. The compilation includes about 20, 00,000 books and 5, 00,000 manuscripts. Its extremely large campus includes 130 acres of territory.

 
 
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