Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Kolkata

Name: Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Address: Singhi Bagan, Jorasanko, Kolkata, 700007, India
Telephone: +91 33 2218 1744

#69 among attractions in Kolkata

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Jorasanko Thakur Bari in Jorasanko, North Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is the ancestral home of the Tagore family. It is currently located on the Rabindra Bharati University campus at 6/4 Dwarakanath Tagore Lane, Jorasanko, Kolkata 700007. It is the house in which the poet and first non-European Nobel laureate in Literature, Rabindranath Tagore was born. It is also the place where he spent most of his childhood and died on 7 August 1941. ()

Local name: जोरासांको ठाकुर बाड़ी Coordinates: 22°35'6"N, 88°21'33"E

Address

Singhi Bagan, JorasankoJorasankoKolkata 700007 India

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+91 33 2218 1744

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Day trips

Jorasanko Thakur Bari – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Howrah Bridge, Nakhoda Mosque, Mahajati Sadan, Holy Rosary Cathedral.

0.8 miW
Rabindranath Tagore, Bridge
Howrah Bridge, Kolkata
20 min walk • Howrah Bridge, an iconic landmark of Kolkata, India, stands as a testament to the engineering prowess and historical significance of the region. Officially known as the Rabindra Setu, after the revered Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, this bridge is a massive steel...
0.5 miS
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Nakhoda Mosque, Kolkata
14 min walk • Nakhoda Mosque stands as a beacon of Islamic architecture and cultural heritage in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This majestic place of worship, constructed in 1926, is the largest mosque within the city limits and a significant religious site for the Muslim...
~1660 ftSE
Cinema, Nightlife
Mahajati Sadan, Kolkata
9 min walk • Mahajati Sadan is a cultural and heritage site nestled in the bustling metropolis of Kolkata, India. This historic auditorium was established to honor the legacy of the Indian freedom movement and the unification of Indian states.
0.6 miSW
Church
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Kolkata
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the Holy Rosary Cathedral stands as a beacon of spiritual solace and architectural grandeur. This church, an eminent landmark in the bustling city, is a testament to the rich religious tapestry that Kolkata is renowned for.
0.6 miSW
Church
Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth, Kolkata
16 min walk • The Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of history and culture in Kolkata, India. This architectural gem, nestled in the bustling bylanes of Burrabazar, is the oldest Christian church in the city, having been established in...
0.5 miE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ramakrishna Mission Swami Vivekananda's Ancestral House and Cultural Centre, Kolkata
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, India, the Ramakrishna Mission Swami Vivekananda's Ancestral House and Cultural Centre stands as a beacon of heritage and spirituality. This museum is dedicated to the life and teachings of one of India's most revered spiritual leaders...
1 miNE
Cinema, Nightlife
Star Theatre, Kolkata
25 min walk • The Star Theatre is a theatre in Hatibagan, Kolkata. It was built in 1883. Initially situated in Beadon Street, the theatre later moved to Cornwallis Street - now called Bidhan Sarani. The Star, along with the Minerva Theatre, was one of the first institutions of commercial Bengali theatre.
~1110 ftS
Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Marble Palace, Kolkata
6 min walk • Marble Palace is a palatial nineteenth-century mansion in North Kolkata. It is located at 46, Muktaram Babu Street, Kolkata 700007. It is one of the best-preserved and most elegant houses of nineteenth-century Calcutta. The mansion is famous for its marble walls, floors, and sculptures, from which it derives its name.
~1150 ftSW
Neighbourhood
Jorasanko, Kolkata
6 min walk • Jorasanko is a neighbourhood of North Kolkata, in Kolkata district, West Bengal, India. It is so called because of the two wooden or bamboo bridges that spanned a small stream at this point.
0.8 miE
Universities and schools, Specialty museum, Museum
Rammohan College, Kolkata
21 min walk • Rammohan College is an undergraduate and postgraduate college for women in Kolkata, India. It is affiliated with the University of Calcutta. It shares premises with City College, Kolkata and Anandamohan College.
0.9 miSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Thanthania Kalibari, Kolkata
22 min walk • Thanthania Kalibari is a Kali temple on Bidhan Sarani in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The deity in the temple is known as Siddheshwari. On the occasion of Kali Puja, devotees gather at the temple for worship. The Thanthania Kalibari was founded by Shankar Ghosh in 1803, a mentioned in the temple building itself.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Jorasanko Thakur Bari open?

Jorasanko Thakur Bari is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Jorasanko Thakur Bari?

Nearby attractions include Girish Park, Kolkata (3 min walk), Marble Palace Zoo, Kolkata (6 min walk), Marble Palace, Kolkata (6 min walk), Jorasanko, Kolkata (6 min walk).

How to get to Jorasanko Thakur Bari by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jorasanko Thakur Bari:

Metro

Girish Park • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Mahatma Gandhi Road • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Train

Barabazar (16 min walk)
Barra Bazar (16 min walk)

Tram

Howrah Bridge (17 min walk)
Rajabazar (30 min walk)

Bus

Howrah Bus Station (27 min walk)
djdndn (27 min walk)