The Bandel Church is one of the oldest Christian churches in West Bengal, India. It stands as a memorial of the Portuguese settlement in Bengal. Built around 1660, it is dedicated to Nossa Senhora di Rozario, Our Lady of the Rosary.
Belur Math
Ramakrishna Math & Mission Headquarters
Sri Ramakrishna, is well known all over the world as the "Prophet of Harmony of Religions". He and his foremost disciples most notable Swami Vivakananda are important in Hindu Renaissance in 19th century.
Calcutta Tramways
Kolkata's very own heritage
Ever since the first Horse drawn Tram carriages hit the rails, a new era of history was created. Series of transformations & renovations from horses to electricity has never deprived the Tram of its luxorious,easy going lifestyle profitably status.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
The Centre of International Interest & National Importance
The deity worshipped here is Bhavatarini, literally meaning "She who takes Her devotees across the ocean of existence".
Imambara, Hooghly
Centre for Islamic Studies
Built by Hazi Mohammad Mohsin, it is one of the most impressive piece of Islamic architecture in Kolkata. These days turned into a Madrassa, it serves as a place of learning of Muslim texts and scriptures.
Jagannath Temple
Puri, Orissa
It is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Jagannath, located in the coastal town of Puri, Odisha, (Orissa). The name Jagannath (Lord of the Universe) is a combination of the Sanskrit words Jagat (Universe) and Nath (Lord of).
Kamakhya Temple
Guwahati, Assam
The Kamakhya Temple in Assam symbolizes the "fusion of faiths and practices" of Aryan and non-Aryan elements in Assam. The temple is situated at the top of the Nilachal Hill at about 800 feet above the sea level.
Mahabodhi Temple,
Bodhgaya, Bihar
Bodhgaya is one of the most important and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage center in the world. It was here under a banyan tree, the Bodhi Tree, Gautama attained supreme knowledge to become Buddha,the Enlightened One.
Royal Bengal Tiger
The Sundarbans
Sundarban meaning "beautiful forest" in the Bengali language (Sundar, "beautiful" and ban, "forest" or "jungle"). The area is known for its wide range of fauna, including 260 bird species, the Bengal tiger, the estuarine crocodile and the Indian python.
St. Paul's Cathedral
Anglican cathedral of the Church of North India
The cathedral conforms to the Neo-Gothic or the Gothic Revival style of architecture that was greatly patronized by the British during the days of the colonial era.
Tipu Sultan Mosque
Esplanade, Kolkata
Built by Prince Ghulam Mohammed, the youngest son of Tipu Sultan, the mosque is a relic of architectural and cultural heritage.People from all sections of society and religions are allowed to visit the mosque and take pictures of this historical premise.
It is my great pleasure to take charge as chairman of the IEEE Kolkata section on January 17, 2013. It has provided me with the opportunity to serve IEEE, especially fellow members of my own section.
Read more » Debatosh Guha
February 17, 2013
2011 has been very engaging and successful year for IEEE Kolkata Section. Being the Treasurer of the Section for last 3 years I have witnessed how the activities of the section, various Chapters and Affinity Groups have grown significantly which is very encouraging.
Read more » Iti Saha Misra
April 11, 2012