Explore the Religious Sites in Kolkata
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Explore the Religious Sites in Kolkata
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Highlights
Kolkata, or Calcutta as the British called it, was the first capital of the British in India. Besides its colonial style buildings, this city also has a religious dimension. On this day- tour visit some of the religious sites of the Jain, Hindu, Christian and Muslim faiths and discover the spiritual heritage of this bustling city situated on the banks of the River Hooghly.
Highlights
• Nakhoda mosque
• Interiors of the Jain temple
• Gothic architecture of St. Paul’s cathedral
• Mother Teresa’s home
• Kalighat temple
Itinerary
Nakhoda Mosque
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the largest mosque in Kolkata, the Nakhoda Mosque. Built in 1926, this mosque can accommodate 10,000 devotees in its huge pillared hall.Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeNext visit the beautiful Jain temple. The temple is famous for the glasswork of its interiors. The floral patterns of the marble floor, the wall paintings and exquisite chandeliers add to the beauty of this temple. The lamp inside the temple has been burning continuously since the inception of the temple in 1867.Dakshineswar Kali Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeNext on the itinerary is an equally old and beautiful Hindu temple, the Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Built in 1855, just 2 years before the Indian Mutiny of 1857, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali. The temple also has 12 identical shrines dedicated to God Shiva.St. Paul's Cathedral
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe Anglican St. Paul’s Cathedral is the next stop of the day. The gothic architecture of this imposing church makes it a famous attraction of Kolkata. In 1847, this was the first cathedral to be built in the overseas territories of the British Empire. After the morning excursion take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.The Mother House Of The Missionaries Of Charity
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter lunch, visit the Missionaries of Charity at Mother House, the home that was founded in 1950 by Mother Teresa to take care of the sick and the destitute.Kalighat Kali Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeLast stop is the 200 year old Kalighat Temple located on the banks of the River Hooghly. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Kali, the patron deity of Kolkata. At the end of the tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.
What's included
INCLUDED
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
NOT INCLUDED
Food or drink, unless specified
Gratuities
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
Victoria Memorial is closed on Mondays. Missionaries of Charity remains closed on Thursdays.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Address
Mahatma Gandhi Rd & Rabindra Sarani, Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India
Provider
SITA World Tours
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