Founded in 1690 on the banks of the river Hooghly, Kolkata – or as it was known until 2001, Calcutta – quickly grew from a fishing village into a flourishing colonial metropolis and served as the ...

A close-up shot of hand-pressed Roshogolla soaking in clear syrup, and an overhead view of Kolkata beef biryani showing the signature saffron rice and large potato chunk.

From convoy-led pandal-hopping to cruises on the Ganga, this year curated Durga Puja tours aim to offer visitors easier access to the city, encouraging them to look beyond Howrah Bridge and really ...

Tour prices start at Rs 1.64 lakh, covering flights, transport, accommodation, meals, and entry fees; some taxes and extras ...