Private Halfday Kolkata Guided City Tour

ank of river Ganges near the famous Howrah Bridge

After independence in 1947, the area was renamed after three martyrs of the freedom movement - Binoy, Badal, and Dinesh commonly known as the BBD Bagh. In 1885 Queen Victoria took over the administration of India from the East India Company and Kolkata became the capital of British India this place remained the nerve center of power till 1911 when the capital was shifted to Delhi. With a huge tank in the center, you will drive past 15 historic colonial heritage buildings surrounding this city square.

This splendid white marble structure was built in memory of Queen Victoria between 1906 and 1921 and was formally inaugurated by the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VIII of England. (Garden Only).

It is one of the most impressive religious landmarks in the city. The interim of the church is a feast for the eyes, with excellent floral designs on the walls. Beautiful architecture and exquisite mural painting captivate the beholder. The life and work of St. Paul is vividly described in pictures.

rded as one of the 52 Shakti Peethams of India. The architecture of the temple is of typical medieval Bengal style. Godess Kali represents the destructive side of Siva's consort and goats are sacrificed to satisfy the goddess's blood lust.