Kolkata Logs

What is Kolkata famous for: what makes Kolkata special Kolkata, which is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, is also the most famous of the north-eastern states. And this thing also makes this city special among all these states. The history of Kolkata has also been very special and interesting in itself. But if we do not go in the past and talk only about today, despite being better in GDP, this city seems to be lagging behind other cities of India.

Durga Puja in Kolkata recognized as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO Entire India, including Kolkata, thanks UNESCO for including Kolkata's Durga Puja in the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Kolkata's Durga Puja, considered as one of India's biggest cultural carnivals and street art festivals, has now gained a significant international recognition by making it to the UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Durga Puja is celebrated all over India including Kolkata , that too with great enthusiasm.

Famous traditional dishes of Kolkata you will love to try   Kolkata, also known as the cultural capital of India, seems to hold glimpses of many cultures in itself. The cuisine of Kolkata reflects its diverse history and cultural influences from all sides. When it comes to food, its diversity makes it the taste-rich city of India. There is much more to Kolkata than 'Mishti Doi' 'Roshogulla' and 'Sondesh'. Actually, the entire state of West Bengal including Kolkata is full of culinary wonders. Perhaps due to the slow pace of life and the most delicious cuisine of the country, it has earned it the title of 'City of Joy'. What could be more gratifying than being home to some of the best foods in the entire country?

5 places in India where Durga Puja is celebrated with grandeur 10 days long Hindu festival which is celebrated with great pomp and fervor at 7 places in India. A midst the global havoc and gloom of the COVID-19 pandemic, India celebrated one of its much-awaited festivals, Durga Puja, with much gusto. While the entire world was horrified, dismayed and troubled by the tragedy of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Durga Puja of 2021 came as a ray of hope across India. With festive mood everywhere, the much-awaited festival of Navratri begins on Thursday, 7 October.

Reasons Why Calcutta Was Renamed As Kolkata   T his capital of West Bengal was not always known as Kolkata. Before 2001 the city was officially called Calcutta. This was the English version of its name. The process of changing its name did not happen overnight. Let us look at the political and cultural context behind the renaming of the city which is one of the largest metropolitan cities in India. Calcutta, once the capital of British India, has been one of the important commercial centers of India since India's independence. If we talk about its renaming, then there are many reasons for changing its name from Calcutta to Kolkata. Firstly, the city has always been declared as Kolkata by Bengalis. It was also felt that the English version was simply outdated and irrelevant, as the country has been free from the British colonial rule for more than seven decades.   There are many popular theories regarding the origin of this city. This renaming is also an allusion to the origin ...

Why people dislike Kolkata so much     Well I like every state or every corner of my country, Kolkata is one of them. Kolkata is a metropolis of my own country and has once been a center of art and business. Since people often ask this question as to why people from other states of India dislike Kolkata so much, I as a Kolkata resident and observer would like to answer it. So, as the main reason I would say it is because Kolkata is the land of pseudo-intellectuals who refuse to look outside Kolkata. Have you ever argued with a Bengali from Kolkata? He will defend Kolkata with all passion and pride regardless of anything - until you surrender and end up saying "I give up and agree with your claims!" Political Environment Spicy, but frivolous and fuzzy! This place has been a center of politics even before India's independence. The capital of British India still enjoys its fair share of politics even though it has no meaning and relevance today, and gets really high marks on...

About Kolkata - History, population and other facts   Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. It was also the former capital of British India (1772–1911). It is one of the major metropolitan cities of India as well as one of its major ports. The city of Kolkata is centered on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, which was once the main channel of the Ganges (Ganga) River. Kolkata is the major urban center of eastern India and is a city of commerce, transport and construction. The government of West Bengal officially changed the name of the city to Kolkata in the year 2001. Once established as a grand European capital by the colonial British, Kolkata is today one of India's poorest and most populous regions. In other words, today it has grown into a city of sharp contrasts. Kolkata has had to assimilate strong European influences and transcend the boundaries of its colonial heritage to find its unique identity.If seen, at a glance th...