Kolkata, previously known as Calcutta (former Capital of India) is the capital city of West Bengal, an Indian state. It is located in the eastern bank of Hooghly River and is the main cultural, commercial and educational center of East India. The oldest operating port – The Port of Kolkata has been the only major port In India. It has been stated to be the 3rd most populous metropolitan city and the 3rd most GDP accumulator as of 2008 statistics after Mumbai and Delhi.
Since 19th century, Kolkata has re-established itself (during Bengal Renaissance) into religiously, ethnically and culturally rich center of Drama, Art, Film, Theatre and Literature that has a widespread fame. Though Kolkata houses the popular cricketing grounds (namely Eden Garden) and other franchises, it differs from other Indian cities in its choice of Football association that outweighs other Indian sports. AVIS Car rental Kolkata will take you to some spectacular tourist places to visit, among which the following are the best according to visitors:
Victoria Memorial – Located in Queen’s Way, Victoria Memorial is known as one of the best landmarks for Kolkata, built in memory of Queen Victoria by the then Viceroy of India, George Curzon. It has a large garden at the entrance (which is of 334 by 228 sq.ft area) with a big bronze statue of Queen Victoria made by Sir George Frampton. The library, architecture, Royal Gallery, Historical Relics and much more makes it a “Must see” place for all visiting Kolkata.
Birla Mandir - a Hindu temple in A.C Avenue, Ballygunge built by the most famous industrialist – Birla Family. The principal deities in the Temple are Radha Krishna situated in the main Temple, Lord Shiva and Goddess Durga on the other sides. AVIS Car rental Kolkata would be glad to drop you to this place and also assist you to see other parts of the city.
Kalighat Kali Temple - Dedicated to Goddess Kali (Hindu), the Temple area was originally a Ghat at the banks of River Bhagirathi – an old course of Hooghly River. It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India. The temple is surrounded by a small canal named – Adi Ganga which connects to Hooghly River. Thousands of devotees visit this Temple to get Mother Kali’s blessings and express their gratitude when their wishes are fulfilled.
Alipore Zoological Gardens - Zoological Garden in Alipore, Kolkata (oldest in India) preserves many rare species of animals and birds. Car rental Kolkata can provide a quick access to this place that has a habitat for carnivorous animals like Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Lion, Fishing cat, Jaguar, Sloth bear, Jungle cat, all types of Deers, Black bucks, Hippopotamus, Elephants, Rhinoceros, Zebra, Chimpanzee, Baboon, Bonnet Monkey, Common Marmoset, Langur and many other. 250 year old Giant Tortoise – Aldabra lived in the Zoo. Some of the most exquisite bird species out of the lot are Crested serpent eagles, Griffon vulture, Osprey, Great horned owl, Hill mynah, painted stork, Indian Parakeet, Red-breasted Parakeet, Blue and yellow macaw, Violaceous turaco, Koel, Ostrich, Indian peafowl, Spoonbill and many more. Visit this fun-filled zoo with your friends and family and take back hundreds of clicks!
