Places to Visit in Howrah
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Howrah Bridge
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Bridge
The Howrah Bridge or Rabindra Setu built over River Hooghly (River Ganges is known as River Hooghly in this part of West Bengal) is a major landmark of Howrah city, which was unveiled to the public in 1943.
The bridge built over the Hooghly River, interlinks the twin cities of Kolkata...
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Howrah Railway Station
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Other
The Howrah Railway Station is recognised as one of the biggest railway platforms across the globe. Inaugurated in 1854, the very first train that departed from the station was to Pandua. Moreover, it is also the first functioning railway station that started its operation in Eastern India....
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Belur Math
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Religious
Belur Math is a monastery devoted to Sri Ramakrishna. Formerly, the monastery was known as the Baranagar Math as it was sited at a place called Baranagar. However, in 1899, the monastery was shifted to Belur by Swami Vivekanada, a disciple of Sri Ramakrishna. Belur Math is located just by the...
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Deulti
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Monument
The village of Deulti, nestled on the riverbank of Roopnarayan, is another popular sightseeing destination of Howrah. The village known for its culture and heritage attracts people for its natural surroundings.
Nature walks along the rustic path of the village leading to the bank of...
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Vidyasagar Setu
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Bridge
- Entry: Paid
Vidyasagar Setu, popularly known as the Second Hooghly Bridge is built over River Hooghly. The bridge connects the twin cities of Howrah and Kolkata. With a length of 822.96 m, the Vidyasagar Setu is the longest cable-stayed bridge across the country. It is also one of the longest bridges across...
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Gadiara
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Picnic Spot
The town of Gadiara, located in the Howrah District of West Bengal, is another spot of tourist interest. The place is situated at the site of convergence of River Damodar, River Hooghly and River Rupnarayan.
Gadiara is 80 km from the city of Kolkata. Buses are available from Esplanade in...
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The Indian Botanical Garden
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Park
- Entry: Paid
Formerly known as the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Indian Botanical Garden is known for its 250-year-old Banyan Tree, which has the largest canopy in the world. From a distance, the tree appears more like a forest rather than a lone tree. The tree covers an area of around 257 feet in diameter. It...
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Anand Niketan Kirtishala
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Museum
The museum of Anand Niketan Kirtishala is located at Bagnan in the Howrah District. The museum has a collection of ancient potteries, Terracotta figures, temple terracotta plaques, stone sculptures, scroll paintings, wooden items, bronze icons, coins and manuscripts. There is also a library in...
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Santragachi Jheel
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Lake
Santragachi Jheel (lake), spanning an area of 32 acres is a safe haven of migratory winter birds, arriving from far away destinations, especially during December and January. The lake, nestled in the central part of Howrah city, is located at a distance of 10 km from Kolkata.
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Garchumuk
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 10Places to Visit in Howrah
- Type: Picnic Spot
Garchumuk, situated in the Howrah District in West Bengal, is an emerging tourist destination, offering views of River Ganges. The place is situated at the confluence of the River Damodar and River Hooghly. Tourists mainly visit Garchumuk, to visit the barrage, which is also called Atanna gate or...
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