Our City Of Joy, Kolkata, is also known as the cultural capital of India. Be it historical monuments, palaces, memorials, museums or churches, this city has some of the most ancient heritage sites! These sites stand witness to the city’s glorious colonial past.
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- Marble Palace: This is an uncommon but magnificent place to visit if you are in Kolkata. This palace belongs to the famous Mullick family of Kolkata. Set up in the year 1840 by Zamindar Raja Rajendralal Mullick, the palace is a definition of architectural splendor. Located in the northern region of Kolkata, it is known to have a private zoo as well as a museum that contains a stunning collection of paintings and curios including several artworks of renowned painters like Sir Joshua Reynolds and Peter Paul Rubens.
- Victoria Memorial: No trip to Kolkata is complete without a visit to this beautiful monument situated at the heart of the city. It is a large marble structure, constructed in the memory of Queen Victoria. Victoria Memorial has been converted into a museum and is a grand example of British and Mughal architectural influence.
