23–27 Jan 2023
Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics
Asia/Kolkata timezone

About Kolkata

Kolkata, formerly Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. Located on the east bank of the Hooghly river, it is the principal commercial, cultural, and educational centre of East India, while the Port of Kolkata is India's oldest operating port as well as its sole major riverine port.

Kolkata Sightseeing 

The heritage buildings, colonial walls and historical artefacts prevalent during the British rule. The city also exhibits typical Bengali culture that is especially favoured by those who love food, music, fine arts and literature. A short list containing some of the exquisite places in Kolkata might include

Indian museum                                              Victoria Memorial                                            Jorasanko

St. Paul’s Cathedral Church                              Saheed Minar                                        Princep Ghat

Town Hall                                                          Howrah Bridge                                                 Marble Palace