Calcutta High Court Display Board Today. Kolkata, [a] also known as Calcutta[b] (its official name un

Kolkata, [a] also known as Calcutta[b] (its official name until 2001), is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of West Bengal. Explore Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, vibrant street food, iconic trams, Durga Puja festivals and more with local tips. Earlier known as Calcutta, it originated as a capital of British India in 1960 when East India Company dominated the country. . Kolkata is an "in your face" city that shocks and charms the unsuspecting visitor. Kolkata, [a] also known as Calcutta[b] (its official name until 2001), is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of West Bengal. This former British colonial stronghold boasts evidence of over two millennia of habitation, with ornate, architecturally diverse buildings, ranging from crumbing ruins to Victorian treasures. Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan. Struggling to develop during Britain’s power war, most of its essential developments took place in the 17th and 18th century. It lies on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, 80 km (50 mi) west of the border with Bangladesh.

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