Lascar War Memorial, Kolkata

Name: Lascar War Memorial
Address: Kolkata, India

#121 among attractions in Kolkata

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The Lascar War Memorial, located on Napier Road in the Hastings area of Kolkata, is a memorial dedicated to the memory of the 896 lascars who died serving on ships of the Royal Navy and British Merchant Service during World War I. ()

Completed: 1924 (100 years ago)Height: 100 ftCoordinates: 22°32'60"N, 88°19'48"E

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Lascar War Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria Memorial, Eden Gardens, Netaji Indoor Stadium, Alipore Zoo.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lascar War Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Bidhannagar College, Kolkata (8 min walk), Vidyasagar Setu, Kolkata (11 min walk), Watgunge, Kolkata (11 min walk), Prinsep Ghat, Kolkata (13 min walk).

How to get to Lascar War Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lascar War Memorial:

Train

Prinsep Ghat (12 min walk)
Shalimar Railway Station (26 min walk)

Tram

Khidderpore • Lines: 36 (29 min walk)

Bus

Babughat bus stand (31 min walk)
Nabanna Bus Stand (40 min walk)

Metro

Rabindra Sadan • Lines: 1 (32 min walk)
Netaji Bhavan • Lines: 1 (40 min walk)