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Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata » Kalighat December 12th 2014

There are many Kali temples in Kolkata, out of which two are quite famous. One is Dakhineswar Kaali temple and another is Kalighat Kaali temle. Dakheneswar kaali temple is situated at the northern side of Kolkata while Kalighat Kaali temple is at the southern side. Dakhineswar Kaali temple is famous because Ramakrishna Paramahansa was associated with this temple. Kalighat kali temple is famous because it is old and considered to be more sacred from religious angle. For tourists, Dakhineswar kaali temple is more attractive. It is not only beautiful but also comfortable (as there are no dalals). There is a distance of about 16-18 kms between the two temples. Kalighat is easily accessible. You can go to kalighat by town bus or by tram or by metro train. There is a metro station called Kalighat metro ... read more

Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata December 12th 2014

The Alipore zoo in Kolkata (or Kolkata zoo in short) is one of the oldest zoo in India, established in 1875. It is situated in Alipore road, by the side of National Highway It is spread across 46 acres of land. Though looking at the size and population of Kolkata 46 acres is nothing for a zoo of this kind, it is still quite popular and visited by large number of people on every day. The entry fee to Alipore zoo is Rs 20. Still cameras are allowed inside. However shooting by handycam is not allowed inside. We were allowed to carry the handycam but the... read more

Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata » Kalighat November 26th 2014

Birla mandir is situated in Ballygunge. It is located on the side of the main road (Queens park road near old Ballygunge road). It is built by the industrialist Birla family. Many town busses go by that route. It is about 9 kms from Howra staion. Yes town busses are available from Howra to this place. We first visited the Kali temple in Kalighat and from there went to Birla temple. In Google maps it appeared to be close (1.5 kms) to Kali temple. When I asked a hand pulled rickshaw he asked for 200 rupees. I was surprised as a taxi would even be cheaper. Later we came to know that taxis/auto rickshaws were not available in that place. Then another hand pulled rickshaw told he would drop us in Hazra for 100 rupees where ... read more

Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata November 26th 2014

Millennium park is loated on the eastern bank of Huguli river. It is near BBD bagh bus stop. It is not very far from howrah bridge (1.5 kms). One may like to walk down from howrah bridge to this place. You can also visit this place from howrah by ferry (boats/ cruise) too. Boat fair is very cheap (rs 10). There are two parts of Millennium park, stretching to two different sides, north and south. At the south side the park ends near Babu ghat. The entry fee to millennium park is very nominal, i.e., just 5/-. When you go to one part (either northern or southern) th... read more

Asia » India » West Bengal » Darjeeling » Rimbick May 26th 2014

It was an interesting trip from Kolkata to Radhikapur (North Dinajpur District near Raiganj) by train where 11 of us made so much noise that the TTE ( Train Ticket Examiner) remarked to another passenger that this 'lot' must be travelling in train for the first time. It just happened that the 'other passenger' happened to be one of us! We reached Radhikapur station in the morning mist of things which is really not the nice cold mist but that of pollution. We were warmly received by the extended family followed by all the pets (parrot, dog). Time flew as I learned to play football in the open field. We also played various board games. The occasion was to attend the festival at Swaminath temple. There were over 50,000 visitors on the occasion of Buddha Purnima ... read more
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Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata » Kalighat May 11th 2014

I left Singapore after leaving loads of my personal things especially cutlery which was home warming gift from my sister. I took a photo of it for memories. I was not in a position to carry excess baggage and Silkair was strict. Flight was uneventful as I was angry at the helpless of my situation. This changed when I entered the brand new Kolkata airport. It was clean and tidy. My check in luggage arrived in a jiffy and I was so delighted to meet my cousin at Kolkata airport. At home, my bed was ready and I went off to sleep. Next day was famous Arsalan Biryani day with cousins. Subsequently, we visited Nehru Doll museum and to spot the exact location on google map, I had to turn my cell phone upside down! It ... read more
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Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata May 8th 2014

Desperate men, do desperate things. Poverty puts a man in that desperate state.... read more

Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata May 8th 2014

Double Mutton Roll: I continued my world street food hunt in India and this was what I found. This roll comprised of a fried doe, aka Roti. It was thicker than regular Roti. Fried on a giant wok- like skillet. Mutton (lamb), onions, green pepper were also given a turn on the wok. Then everything was assembled into a wrap. Hot sauce, lime and some ketchup-like sauce were added to finish things up. The guy who made the roll was the chillest guy ever. He made them as one of the customer was badgering him. Writing this post is making me hungry, time to go hunt for another one.. A Bengali Meal: Rice, fish in fish gravy, Mung bean mash and curry vegetable. Sweets: Assortment of Indian sweets, Lassi and sugarcane juice. I thought I could ... read more
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Asia » India » West Bengal » Kolkata May 7th 2014

Victoria Monument Kolkata is the second largest city in India and the largest of West Bengal. My "Welcome to India moment.." One of the problems plaguing India. Around Kolkata. img=https://wednesdaybluez.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/image... read more
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Asia » India » West Bengal » Darjeeling May 4th 2014

Classical music has its way of infiltrating cultures, inspiring new generations with melodies composed centuries ago. It soothes the soul's pain. Mr. Jewan Pradham, founder of Elam Melody Academy of Darjeeling, was kind enough to allow me to be a fly on the wall during his lesson. Classical music was never really my thing, until now. Being around musicians has influenced me to pick up a new hobby. https://youtu.be/I11rM5-ZlbQ https://youtu.be/uupJzov7KOE... read more
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