[nidokidos] Modern Kolkata - City of Joy

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"One Evening in Kolkata" Even Calcuttans might not recognize the city!!! The large St. Paul´s Cathedral is one of the oldest churches in India . The white façade of the heritage building at Princep Ghat looks impressive against the backdrop of the Vidyasagar Setu. Hustle and bustle The play of lights on the marble structure of the Victoria Memorial makes the monument perfect for photographs by evening. Preparing for evening The sun sets over the Vidyasagar Setu. A de-stress drive The daily grind gets to you sometimes, but driving over the Vidyasagar Setu at night can be a great de-stressor. Awaiting the evening star Boats on the river Hooghly turn towards the spectacular view of the illuminated Vidyasagar Setu against an evening sky. Evenings at Prinsep Ghat A popular tourist destination on the river Hooghly , Prinsep Ghat is famous for its splendid sunsets. A rich heritage People, taxis, and private cars throng the area outside Howrah Station. Here is a typical scene outside the station. Howrah by night Here is a view of the Howrah Station by night. The red façade and the bright lights give the railway station a grand appeal. Ornamenting the Hooghly The illuminated Howrah Bridge adds a bejewelled look to the river Hooghly flowing silently under it. On the must-visit list Lights, Colour, Shopping! The illuminated fountain at New Market adds to the colour and vibrancy of this shopping zone. Posting a letter Located at B.B.D. Bagh, the General Post Office building is famous for its landmark clock. Lit up by evening A trip to Fort William Here is the picturesque Fort William , once a symbol of the British Raj. Starry waters In the evening, the waters of the Nalban Boating Complex resemble a clear, star-studded sky. Illuminating Chowringhee The Jawaharlal Nehru Road , better known as Chowringhee, is home to the famous Kanak Building , previously ANZ 41 Chowringhee Branch. Heaven lies below The Park Street flyover, illuminated in all its glory. Raindrops are falling Here is look at the Park Street flyover on a rainy night. Cruising by Trincas The flashy board for Trincas captures the attention of people walking down Park Street . At the Red Mill 'Moulin Rouge' is French for 'Red Windmill'. This multi-cuisine restaurant on Park Street is popular for its delicious fare. A breath of fresh air The colourful lights illuminate the Millennium Park as evening visitors enjoy the fresh air. The stars look down The 2.2-kilometre long A.J.C. Bose Road flyover looks resplendent under the starry skies. Promoting science The Science City in Kolkata boasts of the Dynamotion. There is none other like it in all of Asia . A metamorphosis It used to be a garbage dump but has undergone a complete transformation. Presenting the swank P.C. Chandra Park on the E.M. Bypass. Loving our heritage Located on the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass is Swabhumi, a heritage plaza. Looking in City Center is a place to shop, snack, and take time off from the daily grind. Here's a view of it from the outside. The city worships The illuminated Birla Temple on Ashutosh Chowdhury Avenue attracts large groups of devotees every evening. Home to the steel tycoon This is the mansion-like Kolkata's Alipore area is home to the wealthy. Here is a view of the sprawling Mittal House belonging to the Maharajah of Steel, Lakshmi Mittal. Remembering John Elliot In 1810, John Elliot, Kolkata's police commissioner took on the task of beautifying the Maidan. Elliot Park was named after him. Here, Elliot Park is lit up for the evening.

Oh Calcutta!

A video about Calcutta and Bengalis.The tussle between experience and youth, between tradition and change is eternal.

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