Kolkata - Wikipedia Kolkata, [a] also known as Calcutta[b] (its official name until 2001), is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of West Bengal It lies on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, 80 km (50 mi) west of the border with Bangladesh
Kolkata | History, Population, Government, Facts | Britannica Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is a city, the capital of West Bengal state, and the former capital (1772–1911) of British India It is one of India’s largest cities and one of its major ports
History of Kolkata - Wikipedia Kolkata, or Calcutta, was a colonial city The British East India Company developed Calcutta as a village by establishing an artificial riverine port in the 18th century CE Kolkata was the capital of the British India until 1911, when the capital was relocated to Delhi
Kolkata - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Kolkata served as the capital of India during the British Raj until 1911 Kolkata was once the center of industry and education However, it has witnessed political violence and economic problems since 1954 Since 2000, Kolkata has grown due to economic growth
THE 30 BEST Places to Visit in Kolkata (Calcutta) (2026) Since it was our first time in Kolkata, this visit felt quite special and gave us a glimpse of the city’s colonial history Overall, a peaceful and worthwhile stop in your Kolkata itinerary If you’re visiting nearby attractions, do drop in for a short visit
Kolkata (Calcutta), India: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026 . . . According to forum posts, visiting historical and cultural sites is a must in Kolkata Travelers have called out landmarks such as the Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, and Tagore House as significant places of interest
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