Although Kolkata is marked by two major problems such as overcrowding and poverty, it also has a special charm that makes it an unusual holiday destination. The decadence has faded in many parts of the city, and its plethora of historical, cultural and religious buildings are worthy of long visits. Kolkata is a destination that you will never forget.
Although the date of birth of this city is unknown, it could be set 300 years ago. Along the bank of the Hooghly River. The city was born from the union of the Sutanti, Gobindapur and Kalikata peoples. At first it became a kind of British port that little by little turned the area into a famous commercial center. Today it remains one of the most important cities in India , a city with a soul, a legendary past and a rich artistic tradition.
Great wealth and great poverty live directly together. Antique stores are interspersed with their modern subway system. In case shopping is your concern, even if it’s not the most appropriate destination, Calcutta also has some of the trendiest boutiques around .
The city also enjoys a great reputation as the cultural and intellectual capital of India. This was the home of the Nobel Prize winner for poetry Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) and the famous film director Satyajit Ray (1921-1992). Outside of the subcontinent, the city is primarily known for its poor neighborhoods and the work done there by Mother Teresa .