How the history of Eden Gardens entwines Europeans, Indian maharajas and Swami Vivekananda
Eden Gardens in the present day Wikimedia Commons Cricket. India’s national obsession and favourite pastime. By the time ...
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Kolkata’s iconic 'kings of the road' yellow cabs fade into history as thousands go out of business. Here's why.
The yellow cabs have a deep-rooted history in Kolkata, with their origins dating back to 1908 when the first taxis were introduced at modest fares of just 8 annas per mile. The transformation of ...
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Historic places in Kolkata to add to your itinerary
Kolkata, the city of joy, offers a rich history and culture through its landmarks like Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Howrah Bridge, Marble Palace, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, and St. Paul’s ...
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Kol remembers Mujib house, says history cannot be erased
Back in Kolkata, those who had been to the house (museum) recalled their memories of the structure that they said offered a peek into Bangladesh's history. Wednesday's images showed the building ...
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Kolkata artist Soumyadeep Roy explores 800 years of family history and migration through art
Roy’s love for history stems from his childhood ... I asked for the budget, and set about trying to create the house as a part of 18th-century Kolkata’s cosmopolitan legacy,” he smiles. The end result ...
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Kapila Ashram, Kolkata: History And What To Eat At This Eatery
Kapila Ashram holds a legacy deeply embedded in Kolkata's rich cultural history. Established in 1907 by Hrishikesh Srimani, this quaint sherbet shop at Sreemani Market was a favourite retreat for ...
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One-man initiative lights up Kolkata’s heritage buildings, evokes past through crowdfunding
lighting up heritage buildings in Kolkata so that the city’s history is visible round the clock. Sixty-two structures illuminated in exactly 14 months — about one historic building a week ...