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Kolkata – the capital of West Bengal preserves the aura of British days, weaving the past and the present to form a charming fabric. Kolkata is a city of joy, where the heritage hunters can discover a blend of old and new. The political capital of British India has now become one of the largest metropolises of the world. It is the perfect gateway to Eastern and North- Eastern India and to the Far East.
Situated on the banks of the river Hooghly, the city is a magnificent portrait of architectural monuments and palaces of historic importance. It is a homeland of thousands of great souls of the nation; some time called as the cultural and intellectual capital of India. The city holds some of the country’s prime sites - the massive Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Eden Gardens, Kalighat temple and the bustling streets which are infectious and spirit sweeping