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. It is the primary financial and commercial centre of eastern and northeastern India. [16] .

4 days ago · Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), city, capital of West Bengal state, and former capital (1772–1911) of British India. It is one of India’s largest cities and one of its major ports. The city is centered on the east bank of the Hugli River, about 96 …

Kolkata (spelled Calcutta before 1 January 2001) is the capital city of the Indian state of West Bengal. It is the second largest city in India after Mumbai. [2]

Locally, Kolkata is regarded as India’s intellectual, artistic and cultural capital. Although poverty is certainly apparent, the self-made middle class drives the city's core machinery, a nascent hipster culture thrives among its millennial residents and its dapper Bengali gentry frequent grand colonial-era clubs.

5 days ago · Discover Kolkata's top places to visit, from the historic Dalhousie Square and the iconic Howrah Bridge to the majestic Victoria Memorial.

Jan 11, 2025 · The state capital, Kolkata, is situated on the Hugli in the southern portion of West Bengal. Another important river, the Damodar, joins the Hugli southwest of Kolkata.

Jan 22, 2025 · Kolkata - Colonial Capital, Bengal Renaissance, Cultural Hub: The name Kalikata was mentioned in the rent-roll of the Mughal emperor Akbar (reigned 1556–1605) and also in the Manasa-mangal of the Bengali poet Bipradas (1495).

Kolkata, the vibrant capital of West Bengal, is a city rich in history, culture, and charm. Known as the “City of Joy,” it effortlessly blends its colonial heritage with modern vibrance.

Jul 23, 2023 · Nestled along the banks of the River Hooghly in the state of West Bengal, Kolkata is a delightful blend of history, culture, and modernity. Known for its warm-hearted people, rich heritage, and vibrant festivals, the city has earned the moniker “The City of Joy.”

Situated along the Hooghly, Kolkata is the state capital of West Bengal. Formerly known as Calcutta, the city was founded in the late seventeenth century, with the coming of the British East India Company. The city is dotted with heritage structures …