Victoria Memorial – A signature of Kolkata (a.k.a Calcutta the City of Joy)

Victoria Memorial – A signature of Kolkata (a.k.a Calcutta the City of Joy)

The Victoria Memorial is a large marble building in Kolkata, West Bengal, India,.It was built between to the memory of Queen Victoria . This is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Kolkata.The memorial is situated on the Maidan (Kolkata) .



So when you are in Kolkata , it's a must visit. Let's quickly see some specialty of this awesome architecture.



Marvelous Marble :

The Victoria Memorial is built of white Makrana marble and is a memorial to an empress. In design, it echos the Taj Mahal with its dome, four subsidiaries, octagonal-domed chattris, high portals, terrace, and domed corner towers.[Source : Wikipedia]

Awesome Architecture:

Architecture design of Victoria Memorial is definitely a wonder. The design is in the Indo-Saracenic revivalist style which uses a mixture of British and Mughal elements with Venetian, Egyptian, Deccani and Islamic architectural influences

Gorgeous Garden and Lovely Lake:

The white house is completely surrounded with lovely gardens and beautiful lakes. You will find ample space to spend some quality time.

Bonus: Those who are interested in history can visit the gallery in side building. Also once you out, you will find horse riding option (including chariot). This will be a good experience.






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Lava - Incredible Bengal

Lava is a small town situated in Kalimpong block, Darjeeling district of the state of West Bengal, India. Lava is situated at an altitude of approximately 7,000 feet (2,150 m).

The journey to Lava is highly scenic with the change in vegetation. One will be amazed to see the green pine forest throughout the route. Another tourist destination near Lava is Rishyap just 4 km walking distance. Rishyap is famous as a view point of Himalayan peaks. A Buddhist monastery is also there in Lava.

Lava is now one of the favorite tourist destinations in West Bengal. It is one of the few places in West Bengal to receive snow in winter. Tourism has become the source of earning in this region.

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Ranchi Lake - Beautiful

Ranchi Lake is a beautiful lake.It is located near to the Ranchi city (Capital of Indian State Jharkhand).A view in the evening is awesome. Boating facility is also available.This should be a must visit place in your list once you are exploring this amazing capital city of Jharkhand.

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Dhauli - A place where “Chandashoka” or Ashoka the Wicked was transformed into “Dharmashoka” or Ashoka

Dhauli is located on the banks of the river Daya. It is only 10 km away from  Bhubaneswar Capital of Indian State Odisha. Dhauli hill is the area where the famous Kalinga War was fought.

The impact of Kalinga war (Between Emperor Ashoka vs Kalinga Kingdom in 250 BC) was very high.The river was turned red with blood for many days. Emperor Ashoka understood the dark side of the war.He realized the Buddhist principles of non-violence and compassion.He completely transformed from "Chandashoka" to "Dharmashoka".

Today Dhauli is considered a place where Great Emperor Ashoka had rebirth. The place which gives a world a new concept namely "Dharmavijaya" or Conquest by Righteousness. In today's world also where people are fighting among each other, the teachings of Dhauli remain equally relevant.

How to go:Several mode of transportation available. It is well connected via Train, Bus and Airport from Bhubneswar, Kolkata, Puri.
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View of Teesta River - Way to Darjeeling

The Teesta River or Tista is the lifeline of Sikkim,India. Enjoy a beautiful view of it once you are going to  Darjeeling from Kalimpong.

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Panorama of the Kangchenjunga - Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Panorama of the Kangchenjunga - Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Tiger Hill (2,590 m) is located in Darjeeling. It is considered as one of the best view points of Kangchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world. Kangchenjunga is located in Sikkim,India.It has altitude of 8,586 m (28,169 ft).During the Sun rise, the change of colour on the peaks of Kangchenjunga creates colourful experience.
It (Tiger Hill) is considered as one of the best view points of Kangchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world. Kangchenjunga is located in Sikkim,India.It has altitude of 8,586 m (28,169 ft).

The great Indian film maker Satyajit Ray made a classical movie on Kangchenjunga (1962).

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Incredible India - "Scotland of the East" - Shillong

Incredible India - "Scotland of the East" - Shillong.It is the capital of Indian State Meghalaya (The name means "the abode of clouds" ).It is situated at an average altitude of 4,908 feet.

Sohra or Cherrapunjee nearby place ,is reportedly the wettest place on Earth.

Umiam Lake is a reservoir  of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya, India.The panorama view and cool breeze will be an awesome experience.



How to go: Located 131.5 km (81.7 mi) from Guwahati which can be accessed by road along NH 40, a journey of about 2 hours 30 minutes through lush green hills and the magnificent Umiam lake in between.
There is a small airport namely Umroi Airport.It has limited connectivity with Kolkata International Airport.


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