Shaheed Minar , Kolkata
About Shaheed Minar
Saheed Minar used to be called the Octerloney monument after Major-general Sir David Ochterlony, in whose honor it was constructed. This monument was constructed to commemorate his successful defense of Delhi and his victory in the Anglo-Nepalese war. Completed in 1848, it has Egyptian, Syrian and Turkish influences. The monument stands tall against the sky and can be seen from the Brigade Grounds.
Location & Places to Visit on Shaheed Minar Map
View destinations and attractions nearby Shaheed Minar, on an interactive map.
Freedom to make your own trip!
What you want, when you want and how you want.
Places to Visit near Shaheed Minar
St. John's Church, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.3 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
St. John's Church is a 17th century church which was the first public building constructed by British in Kolkata when the city served as capital...
Read more
Indian Museum, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.3 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Founded as far back as 1814, the Indian Museum of Kolkata is largest and oldest museum in India. There are 35 galleries in the museum which house...
Read more
BBD Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.4 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
The main business hub, BBD Bagh is situated on Western part of the Kolkata. The Secretariat of West Bengal Government is located here. Number of...
Read more
Eden Gardens, West Bengal
1.6 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Cricket's answer to Colosseum, the Eden Gardens, is an iconic cricket stadium. Built in 1864, the Eden Gardens is the largest stadium in India and...
Read more
Asiatic Society of Bengal, West Bengal
2 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
In 1784, in order to improve and facilitate the oriental research, Sir William Jones established the Asiatic Society. Asiatic Society is located...
Read more
Millennium Park, Kolkata, West Bengal
2.1 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Millennium Park is a public park of Kolkata. It is developed on the eastern shores of Hooghly River as a part of riverside beautification plan....
Read more
Nakhoda Mosque, West Bengal
2.1 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Nakhoda Mosque is a beautiful mosque right at the heart of Old Kolkata in Chitpur, Burrabazar is a treat to the eyes. Its Mughal Architecture...
Read more
Armenian Church, Kolkata, West Bengal
2.5 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
The Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth is extremely beautiful. Situated in Burrabazar, this church is a treat for everybody who loves the past,...
Read more
Princep Ghat, Kolkata, West Bengal
2.6 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Princep Ghat is located on the banks of river Hooghly. This river front was built in 1841 in Greek Palladian architectural style. The river front...
Read more
Victoria Memorial, West Bengal
2.6 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
The Victoria Memorial, an iconic landmark located in Kolkata, India, stands as a tribute to Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Constructed...
Read more
Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata, West Bengal
2.8 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
Calcutta Jain Temple or Pareshnath Jain temple is dedicated to 23rd Jain Thirthankara namely Pareshnath. The temple is established in 18th...
Read more
Birla Planetarium, West Bengal
3 km from Shaheed Minar - See map
This planetarium focuses on educating the visitor about the universe. Set in pleasant grounds, the planetarium offers lectures in Hindi, Bengali...
Read more
