Walk through College Street, the oldest book market in the east and maybe the largest at that. The seats of learning with many Colleges and the Calcutta University. Visit the iconic Coffee House or savour the Daab Sherbet at Paramount. Flip through rare books, enjoy the vibrancy of youth around you and be consumed by this extraordinary facet of Kolkata.
What all could we do here?
· Get introduced to the iconic institutions of learning and culture like the 1st University of modern India- The Calcutta University, The Presidency University (Formerly Hindu College), Hare School, Hindu School, Sanskrit College, India’s 1st modern Medical college- The Calcutta Medical College, SS Jalan Girls College, The University Institute, The seat of revival of Buddhism in India- Mahabodhi Society, Baptist Mission, etc among others
· Feel the vibrancy of university life by walking along the sidewalks bustling with students and other passersby, watch the unique trading in books, browse 2nd hand books, etc.
· If lucky enjoy watching a game of Water Polo, Swimming lessons or diving in the College Square water body.
· Get introduced to the stalwarts of India like Vidyasagar, David Hare, World War 1 martyrs from Bengal, Indian Freedom Fighters, among so many others
· Get to savour the vibes from iconic food institutions like the Indian Coffee House, Paramount Sherbet, Putiram, Kalika, etc. that have kept college goers and maestros fuelled through generations not just for their hunger but also as a rendezvous point for cultural renaissance.
What more? If you still have energy, we could visit some of the unique Indian Wedding must features like the mindboggling street for Wedding Cards or the one for Wedding Music Brass Band sellers. There is a lot to do in this part of the city!
Time – Around 1.5 to 2 hours duration
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