Kolkata Zoo , Kolkata
About Kolkata Zoo
Kolkata Zoo or Alipore Zoo as it sometimes called is one of the major tourist’s attractions of Kolkata. Covering approximately 45 acres of land, Alipore zoo houses many species of animals. Bengal White Tiger, African Lion, One horned Indian Rhinoceros etc are most striking attractions of the zoo. The zoo is most frequented in winter season. Apart from animals, the zoo also houses rare bird species like giant parrot, Golden Pheasant, Lorikeets etc The Aldabra Giant Tortoise of Alipore Zoo which died in 2006, was 250 years old at that time. Manipur brow- antlered Deer are also bred in the Alipore Zoo.
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Agri Horticultural Garden, Kolkata, West Bengal
0.8 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Located near the Zoological Garden of Kolkata, this place is a veritable paradise for all those who love plants. Yes, a paradise! Founded by...
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National Library, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.4 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
The National Library in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) has the distinction of being the largest library in India. Managed by Ministry of Tourism &...
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Nirmal Hriday, Kolkata, West Bengal
1.9 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Situated right at the heart of Kalighat in the vicinity of the house of the dark exotic goddess, Nirmal Hriday, formerly known as Mother Teresa's...
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Kalighat Kali Temple, Kolkata, West Bengal
2.4 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Kolkata is renowned for Kali (Goddess Durga) worship and Durga Puja. The Kalighat Kali Temple is one among 51 Shakthi Peethams. Situated on the...
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Marble Palace, West Bengal
3 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
The Marble Palace is the top art gallery in Calcutta. Specialising in oil paintings and scultupres, the gallery contains one of Reuben’s...
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Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata, West Bengal
3.2 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
The ancestral house of Subhas Chandra Bose where he grew and lived until he escaped from India from British Raj is now known as Netaji Bhawan....
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Rabindra Sarobar, West Bengal
3.8 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Rabindra Sarobar or Dhakuria Lake is located close to the Rabindra Sarobar metro station in Kolkata. It is a hugely popular recreation destination...
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Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata, West Bengal
4 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Rabindra Sadan is cultural centre and theatre where many of Kolkata’s cultural activities and theatrical plays take place in Rabindra Sadan....
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Princep Ghat, Kolkata, West Bengal
4.3 km from Kolkata Zoo - 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...
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Victoria Memorial, West Bengal
5 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
The Victoria Memorial, an iconic landmark located in Kolkata, India, stands as a tribute to Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Constructed...
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Asiatic Society of Bengal, West Bengal
5 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
In 1784, in order to improve and facilitate the oriental research, Sir William Jones established the Asiatic Society. Asiatic Society is located...
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Birla Temple, Kolkata, West Bengal
5.1 km from Kolkata Zoo - See map
Birla Temple is one of the finest architectural beauties of Kolkata city. Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha in situated in...
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