Family Vacations in Kolkata

Whether you are a Bengali family living far away from Kolkata or you are someone who has always been fascinated by the rich cultural life in Kolkata, you have at some point considered taking a nice happy family vacation in the city. And why not? There are so many fun things you can do in the city, and relive all that you once did in your favourite city.

It could be the stereotypical pandal hopping during the Pujo holidays when all roads lead to Cal, as those who have fond memories of the city call it, or book shopping or the addas or just taking in the colonial and rich Bengali cultural and literary legacy, Kolkata has something for everyone. And who can forget the food! Really! The roshogollas, sandesh, hilsa fish, luchi, the list is endless.

Places to see

• While you are in Kolkata, visit the Mother Teresa House. It can be a highly inspiring place to take your kids to. You can see the room where the great saint prayed, wrote and read.
• One of the most memorable sights of Kolkata is the Kali Temple, which is one of the most iconic structures of the city. Hordes of devotees come to the Kali Temple every day.
• No visit can be made to Kolkata without also visiting the Victoria Memorial, which was built by the British back in the early 20th century. Having said that, there is also the Howrah Bridge, which is a must-visit. The crucial link across the Hooghly sees millions of footfalls every day.

Fun things to do

• Make a visit to the Gariahat Chess Club, where you can see people play chess in the open air. How about making a smart move or two with a competitor for fun?
• Don’t miss the Mullik Ghat flower market as well on your trip to Kolkata. The market is an amazingly colourful market and provides plenty of photo opportunities.

In terms of accommodation, you can check into one of the Kolkata hotels; you can choose one of the 5 star hotels in Kolkata or one of the many budget and mid-range ones in the city.

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(Originally posted on wordpress on 28st July 2016)