Kolkata also known as Calcutta is the capital city of State of India West Bengal, located at the eastern bank of the Hoogly river. Kolkata is the educational, commercial and cultural centre of the Eastern part of India, and is the third most populous metropolitan city of India. Kolkata is a pioneer in the field of drama, arts, theatre and literature with several nobel laureates contributing to the Kolkata culture.
The autumn and winter months between October and February are the best time to visit Kolkata, as the weather is perfect and festivities are aplenty. This is the season which witnesses the peak arrival of travellers, especially during Durga Puja.
The culture of Kolkata concerns the music, art, museums, festivals, and lifestyle within Kolkata. It is the former capital of India and, as of 2021, the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. Geir Heierstad writes that Bengalis tend to have a special appreciation for art and literature.Kolkata has been known to start the culture of eating out among Indians. With that to its credit and being a glittering and colourful city, Kolkata offers one more choices than they can ask for. Macher Jhol and the Phuchka are few major attraction of locals. Also, the Bengali sweets like Rashogulla, chamvham, rasmalai, shondesh, chup cream, etc. popular all across is something you just cannot miss. Find them here in there most authentic and delicious form.