When to go to Kolkata

When to go to Kolkata

Kolkata which is popularly known as the “City of Joy” is now one of the most talked about tourist spot. It was founded 300 hundred years ago. The presence of river Ganges is very well felt in the city. It was merged by three villages namely Kolikata, Gobindapur and Sutanuti. It is the capital city of West Bengal. The favorable season to visit this place is during the month of October to March.

Few things about the city of Kolkata

  -  The altitude is 6.4metres above the level of sea.
  -  Maximum temperature in Kolkata is 36.3” celcius and minimum is 9.6”   -  Celsius during winter. Maximum temperature of the city is 41.7” Celsius and 38.1” Celcius.
  -  Moonsoon stretches from the month of June to early September.Rainfall is 1581mm.
You will need to drape yourself in light woolen clothes in winter and cotton in summer.

How to reach
  -  Since the city witnesses the service of ten International airlines.The domestic airlines are AI Air India, 9W Jet Airways, S2 Sahara Airlines, IC Indian Airlines.
  -  The international airlines are British Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines Biman Bangladesh, Singapore Airlines etc.
  -  You can also reach there by railways. The two important stations are Howrah and Sealdah.
  -  The contact number of Howrah railway station is 6602581 and of Sealdah station is 3503535/37.You can feel free to contact the public information station in Howrah New Complex at 6602217.
  -  If you are a foreigner you are advised to buy Indrail passes. This is not only for half day but also till 90 days. The validity of this pass can be till a year. With the help of special quota a foreigner can also reserve berth. The contact number is 2202789.
  -  With all the other cities of India the City of Joy is covered by road also making your journey quite convenient.

So next time when you plan for a visit to Kolkata(Calcutta) just keep in mind the few details and your journey will be an organized and an enjoyable one.

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