Howrah, Kolkata's twin city, is a bustling industrial hub on the Hooghly River. It's famous for the iconic Howrah Bridge, a marvel of engineering. The city is a gateway to Kolkata and is known for its vibrant markets, delicious Bengali cuisine, and historical sites like Belur Math.
Howrah Bridge: An iconic cantilever bridge. Belur Math: Headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden: Home to the Great Banyan Tree. Santragachi Jheel: A large lake and bird sanctuary. Vidyasagar Setu: India's longest cable-stayed bridge. Mullick Ghat Flower Market: A vibrant wholesale flower market. Rail Museum: Showcases the history of Indian Railways. Gadiara: A picnic spot at the confluence of three rivers. Garchumuk: A scenic picnic spot with a deer park. Deulti Village: A picturesque village on the Roopnarayan River. 1Bangeshwar Mahadev Temple: An ancient Shiva temple. 1Belilious Park: A lush green park. Sarat Chandra Kuthi: The house museum of a Bengali novelist. Anand Niketan Kirtishala Museum: Showcases medieval sculptures and terracotta. Andul Rajbari: A historic palace. Narayan (Sridhar) Mandir: A temple in Jagatballavpur. Bhot Bagan Math: A Tibetan Buddhist Temple. Ananda Palit Bari: A 19th-century mansion. Howrah Art Gallery: An art gallery with contemporary and traditional art. Bally Khal: A historic canal system.