Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. The city, located on the east bank of the Hooghly River, is the principal commercial,…
As today’s renowned cultural capital and the old capital of India from 1773 to 1911 under British rule, Kolkata is home to several iconic and historical landmarks celebrating its rich…
Architecture Style of Shantiniketan Shantiniketan is an Indian hermitage (ashram), which was founded in 1863 by Devendranāth Tagore, father of the famous poet Rabindranàth Tagore, about 140 km north from…
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, has a plethora of architectural marvels. The Bengali finesse in art and architecture is evident from the ruins of archaeological sites in Bengal. Formerly…
History shapes the present and future of a region and the architectural world is no exception. The ancient buildings that still stand withholding their roots throughout the wheels of time…
One of the dying heritage buildings in the city of Kolkata, Clive house is one of the oldest buildings named after Robert Clive, the first British Governor-General. ‘As a dumb…
Nestled on the eastern banks of the River Hooghly, lies Kolkata or Kalikata, a bustling metropolitan city steeped in history, arts, and culture. The local name Kalikata finds its origins…
“Sustainable development is a development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs” – Brundtland Commission Report, (World Commission…
Kolkata as a port city was first established by the colonial powers in the 18th century. Earlier it was just a few scattered settlements, the British consolidated and developed it…
Before we look into the Interior Designers in Kolkata lets understand the city of Kolkata. Kolkata is recognized as India’s most historic, cultural, and diverse city. It still remains the…
Here’s the list of top 40 architecture firms/ architects in Kolkata for people seeking the best architects in the city of Kolkata. Each of the mentioned firms is involved in…
Abanindranath Tagore, a revolutionary artist, contributed significantly to Indian Art throughout the turmoil of history and influenced future generations (Cultural India, no date, & Nandhakumar, 2023). He led a counterculture…
