Metropolitan Building, Kolkata

Name: Metropolitan Building
Address: Kolkata, India

#165 among attractions in Kolkata

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Metropolitan Building is the number 46.26 building on Chowringhee Road in Kolkata near Esplanade. Formerly known as the Whiteway Laidlaw department store, it was a famous department store in Calcutta during the British Rule in India. This neo-baroque emporium—with domes, a clock tower and arched recessed windows—exemplifies fashionable shopping during the British Raj in British India. ()

Coordinates: 22°33'49"N, 88°21'6"E

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Bowbazar Hare Street - TaltolaKolkata India

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Nearby attractions include: New Market, Indian Museum, Eden Gardens, Netaji Indoor Stadium.

~1280 ftS
Shopping district, Shopping, Flea market
New Market, Kolkata
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, New Market, also known as Sir Stuart Hogg Market, stands as a bustling shopping district that has been serving locals and tourists alike since its inauguration in 1874. This historic market, with its Gothic and Victorian architectural...
0.4 miS
Cultural museum established in 1814
Indian Museum, Kolkata
11 min walk • The Indian Museum in Kolkata stands as a beacon of history and culture, not just for the city but for the entire subcontinent. Founded in 1814, this prestigious institution is the oldest and largest museum in India and has been a cornerstone for scholars, historians...
0.5 miW
Large-scale, 19th-century cricket ground
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
14 min walk • Eden Gardens is an iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of Kolkata, India. Renowned as one of the most prestigious cricket grounds in the world, it is the oldest and second-largest cricket stadium in India, with a seating capacity of over 66,000 spectators.
0.7 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata
17 min walk • Netaji Indoor Stadium stands as a prominent sports venue nestled in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This multi-purpose arena, named in honor of the revered freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, serves as a regular host for various sporting events, political...
0.5 miNW
Museum
Town Hall, Kolkata
14 min walk • The Town Hall of Kolkata stands as an emblem of the cultural and historical heritage of the city, nestled in the bustling capital of West Bengal. Constructed in 1813 under the aegis of Colonel John Garstin, this majestic edifice is a testament to the architectural...
0.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
East Bengal Ground, Kolkata
15 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kolkata, the East Bengal Ground stands as a testament to the city's enduring passion for football. This revered sports venue, located in the Maidan area, is the home ground of East Bengal Football Club, one of the most storied football...
~860 ftW
Memorial
Shaheed Minar, Kolkata
5 min walk • The Shaheed Minar, towering over the bustling city of Kolkata, India, is a poignant memorial that stands as a solemn reminder of the historical struggles for freedom. This towering edifice, located at Esplanade in central Kolkata, was erected in 1828 in memory of the...
~1980 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mohammedan Sporting Ground, Kolkata
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the bustling city of Kolkata, the Mohammedan Sporting Ground stands as a testament to the rich sporting heritage of the region. This historic sport venue is not just a mere playground; it is a crucible where athletic prowess and cultural...
~680 ftN
Mosque
Tipu Sultan Mosque, Kolkata
4 min walk • The Tipu Sultan Mosque stands as a poignant emblem of architectural beauty and cultural heritage in the bustling metropolis of Kolkata, India. Built in 1832 by Prince Ghulam Mohammed, the youngest son of Tipu Sultan, the mosque is a revered site for both its spiritual...
~1850 ftNW
Park
Raj Bhavan, Kolkata
9 min walk • Raj Bhavan, situated in the bustling city of Kolkata, India, is not just a prestigious government residence but also a verdant oasis in the heart of the urban landscape. As the official residence of the Governor of West Bengal, Raj Bhavan stands as a testament...
0.6 miS
Museum, Art museum
The Asiatic Society, Kolkata
16 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kolkata, The Asiatic Society stands as a testament to India's rich cultural and intellectual heritage. Founded in 1784 by Sir William Jones, a British jurist and scholar, this prestigious institution has been a cornerstone in the study...

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Which popular attractions are close to Metropolitan Building?

Nearby attractions include Tipu Sultan Mosque, Kolkata (4 min walk), Shaheed Minar, Kolkata (5 min walk), New Market, Kolkata (7 min walk), Dharmatala, Kolkata (7 min walk).

How to get to Metropolitan Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Metropolitan Building:

Metro

Esplanade • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
Chandni Chowk • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Bus

Esplanade (4 min walk)
Esplanade Bus Stand to Airport (4 min walk)

Tram

Esplanade • Lines: 36 (3 min walk)

Train

Eden Gardens (22 min walk)
BBD Bagh (25 min walk)