My routes across India, city by city. Kept for memory, shared if you plan to backpack around India too.

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Trips
128
Cities
193
Total stops

Kolkata, West Bengal: places to visit, food to try, travel notes, and map.

State: West Bengal Region: Eastern Category: Metro, Monuments and Museums, Backpacker, Base Camp Accommodation: Hotels Travel: Metro, City Bus, Auto, Ola/uber

Must visit

  • Victoria Memorial
  • Howrah Bridge
  • Dakshineswar Kali Temple
  • Park Street
  • Kumartuli
  • Indian Museum

Must try

  • Kathi roll from Nizam's
  • Mishti doi & sandesh from local mishti shops
  • Puchka at College Street
  • Kosha mangsho
  • Ride a hand-pulled rickshaw in Shyambazar
  • Evening adda at a chai stall
  • Book-hunting at College Street