Kolkata: The Durga Puja Carnival

Balakhana Villa For an Idyllic Summer Retreat

The 18th-century Balakhana villa in Maheshganj is a picturesque summer retreat away from Kolkata’s busy city life

The Mahakal Mandir in Darjeeling

There is much more to the queen of hill stations than clock towers, post offices, toy trains and tea. Welcome to the land of pious pleasure and holiness…on a height!

Six Must Attend Festivals of West Bengal

The local saying ‘baaro mash e tero parbon’ – thirteen festivals in twelve months – is probably the most apt description of festivals of West Bengal. Take a look at the cultural diversity of the state through these festivals