Explore the City of Joy!

A practical visitor guide to Rabindra Sarobar in Dhakuria: timings, free entry, jogging, rowing, birdwatching, the nearest Blue Line metro station and local tips.

A practical guide to getting around Kolkata by metro, bus, ferry, auto and taxi, with tips for students, visitors and daily commuters.

A practical guide to the best BA colleges in Kolkata: top colleges, WBCAP admission, Honours vs General, costs and how to choose.

A practical guide to B.Pharm colleges in Kolkata: government and private options, typical fees, the WBJEE admission route, approvals to check and how to choose.

A practical guide to Tangra Chinese food in Kolkata: what to order, where the Indo-Chinese style comes from, and how to plan a visit.

Brazil play India at Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday, October 3. Here is the kick-off time, the three-layer security check, banned items, parking zones and why the Green Line metro is your best bet.

The best time to visit Kolkata is from late October to February, when days are dry and comfortable, nights are cool, and the city's biggest festivals fall. October brings Durga Puja, the most spectacular event in the Kolkata calendar. November