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- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$962
- Food & Drinkfromper adultHK$281
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$401
- Walking Toursfromper adultHK$291
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- Historical Toursfromper adultHK$291
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- Historical Toursfromper adultHK$259
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- Sangeeta ShahMumbai, India799 contributionsVictoria Memorial, is one of the most famous landmarks in Kolkata. It’s a greatest heritage, majestic and largest monument to a monarch anywhere in the world with impressive architecture. It was built in remembrance of queen Victoria on 4 January 1906, at Kolkata and was opened to the general public on 21 December, 1921.
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*The surrounding green lawn looks splendid around the white marbled palace. The garden is open from 5:30 am to 6:15 pm on all days. It has Wheelchair accessible entry. The entry fee for the garden is ₹10, ₹100 for monthly and ₹1,000 for yearly for senior citizen morning walkers and ₹2000 for regular morning walkers. There’s water reservoir beside garden where you can sit for a calm atmosphere. Toilet facility avilable here for Ladis & Gents. You can take food inside the garden area but it’s not allowed inside the museum. Photography is allowed in the garden. It’s opened every day
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*If you wish to go inside the monument, the entry fee is ₹20 per person for Indians and Rs. 200 for foreigners. School children up to class 12 in uniform are free along with Army personnel in uniform. It’s a short 1 - 2 hour visit, preferably done in the morning around 11 AM or so. There’s a good cloak room facility in both the gates of victorial memorial, where you can store your luggage and baggage there. The museum inside offers a fascinating glimpse into India's colonial history by displaying India's freedom fighters and their struggle. The audio guide enhances the experience. Photography is prohibited inside the museum. The museum will remain open from 10am to 5pm from Tuesday to Sunday. On Mondays the Gallery is closed.
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*Victoria Memorial holds a light and sound show of 45 minutes called as Son-et-Lumiere around 6:30pm in the evening, in Bengali and English for which you need to buy the ticket separately, are held here every day. The fee for the Light and Sound Show is Rs. 10 for kids and Rs. 20 for adults. The ticket is sold from the ticket counter from 12:30 pm. This interesting show does not showcase on Monday, Holi festival, national holidays and also remains closed from July to September.
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*Overall, a splendid place for history enthusiasts and a picturesque spot for a leisurely stroll.Written 12 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Shantanu DNoida, India3 contributionsvery very divine and peaceful
very amazing peaceful vibes when you enter this temple premises
morning bhajans were so amazing and peaceful that's beyond expression by words
jai maa kaliWritten 9 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributions81 years old bridge..
The Howrah Bridge is a balanced steel bridge over the Hooghly River , linking the cities of Howrah and Kolkata.Written 20 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - macedonboyGlasgow, UK179,694 contributionsThis house was one of the places Mother Teresa was based when conducting her charity work in Kolkata. It's a functioning place of worship for nuns, although I wasn’t sure if the sick and needy were still housed here. There’s a one room museum dedicated to Mother Teresa where you can learn all about the life and times of this woman. Her tomb is in another room where she has been buried in a large marble sarcophagus with a statue of Mary. The room in which she slept and worked has also been preserved. It’s a simple room and accessible up a flight of stairs. The visit would last about 30 minutes. Worth a quick visit if you have time in the city.Written 29 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DipuKVPune, India2,670 contributionsWhile passing through Park Street in the evening, the brightly lit shops & restaurants, as also the crowded ambience, reminds you of the pole position this place enjoys in the hearts of the folks of the city!Written 5 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shivar108Chennai (Madras), India9 contributionsOne of the best stadiums in the country. The atmosphere is electrifying. Located in the city and accessible by road and train.Written 2 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributionsNight view of all seven wonders are very delightful and eye pleasing.
Light effects and view of Christ the Redeemer statue is really appreciable.
Apart from this, the view of Tajmahal is amazing
the 7 wonders Eco Park is worth to visit . Great place to see some of the most popular monuments in one place. HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDWritten 15 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributionsAmazing Kolkata .. more than 200 years old
The College Street of Kolkata Spread across a stretch of 1.5 kilometres, the College street boasts of being the world’s largest repository of second hand books and the largest book market in India, available at dirt cheap prices. One can acquire good books at very cheap rates by hard bargaining too.Written 17 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - macedonboyGlasgow, UK179,694 contributionsThis is a historic cemetery containing the burial grounds and tombs of personalities from the colonial era. Some people might think it a bit morbid to visit graves. There are graves mainly of prominent members of the East India Company as well as other members of British society. As a historical site, the graves and tombs are all well kept, displaying excellent architectural examples from the British era.Written 29 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributionsBirla mandir or temple in Kolkata with beautiful whitish design..no entrance fees , photography not allowed .....
Even beautiful at nightWritten 17 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributionsFree entrance ...
It was built in the year 1841, during the British Raj in India. More than 180 years old ..
Prinsep ghat is located along the banks of the River Ganges. Along this bank, there are stone steps in regular intervals that lead you down to the waters. Infringed are benches for you to sit and watch glorious sunsets over the water while watching ships sail past you. Nestled amidst nature, you can spend time wonderfully.Written 17 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cutelady BaluchMuscat Governorate, Oman1,750 contributions150 years old market in Kolkata
Worth to visit due to its historical value
Decent place for shopping. But you have to burgain a lots. They ask triple amount from the foreigners. Overall experience is good. Most of the people are well behaved.Written 16 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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