Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India.
 A
city of enduring charm. A city that has adapted
itself to the modern trends and techniques of
the world but has not shed the leisurely life
style and the calm which is its heritage.
Kolkata is a city with strong cultural,
literary and religious flavours, the home of
many of India’s leaders. Activities in
the field of fine arts, music, dance, theatre
and writing make the city a happening place.
Kolkata is a paradise for those interested
in shopping for handicrafts. The city offers
great bargains on items made from cotton and
handloom. ‘Tant‘ Sarees, which are
popular all over India, are the specialty of
West Bengal. The famed Baluchari work is something
that every traveler to this place looks for.
The silk from west Bengal is a shopper’s
delight. Tantuja, which is the retail outlet
for the west Bengal State Handloom Weavers Co-operative
Society Limited, offers a variety of handwoven
classics. Brass figurines can also be included
in the shopping list. Leatherwear here is very
cheap and durable. Kolkata is also famous for
its jewellery. Kolkata is a city worth visiting
for its various architectural attractions.
Being the capital of British India till 1912,
the architecture here is a medley of occidental
and oriental styles.
 This
includes the Victoria Memorial, the Birla Planetarium,
the Indian Museum ( established in 1878 and
considered the largest museum in the country
and one of the best in Asia ) and Shahid Minar
( a combination of Turkish, Egyptian and Syrian
architecture built in 1828).
Golfing in Kolkata
 Kolkata,
has The Royal Golf Club - the
first one outside Great Britain.
It was in Kolkata that the Royal Golf Club was
set up and has since been visited by golf pros,
heads of states and other dignitaries. In
1911, King George V and Queen Mary
who visited India, conferred upon it the title
of `Royal'.
Our specially designed golf tour for
north-east of India takes you through
a wonderful golfing experience at The
Royal Calcutta Golf Club,
Tollygunge Club and Shillong
Golf Club located in scenic settings. |
