National Library, Kolkata

Name: National Library
Address: 1A, Belvedere Rd, Kolkata, 700027, India
Telephone: +91 33 2479 1381

#93 among attractions in Kolkata

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The National Library of India is a library located in Belvedere Estate, Alipore, Kolkata, India. It is India's largest library by volume and public record. The National Library is under Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The library is designated to collect, disseminate and preserve printed material produced within India. With a collection in excess of 2.2 million books and records, it is the largest in the country. Before independence, it was the official residence of Governor-General of India. ()

Local name: राष्ट्रीय पुस्तकालय Established: 1836 (188 years ago)Coordinates: 22°31'59"N, 88°20'0"E

Address

1A, Belvedere RdAlipore - WatgungeKolkata 700027 India

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+91 33 2479 1381

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Day trips

National Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria Memorial, Alipore Zoo, St. Paul's Cathedral, Birla Planetarium.

1 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
26 min walk • The Victoria Memorial stands as an iconic structure in the heart of Kolkata, India, embodying the grandeur of the British Raj era. This majestic white marble building, completed in 1921, serves as a museum and a tribute to Queen Victoria's memory.
~1590 ftN
Long-running zoo with diverse animals
Alipore Zoo, Kolkata
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, India, the Alipore Zoo stands as a cherished green oasis amidst the urban sprawl. Officially known as the Alipore Zoological Gardens, this zoological park is the oldest in India, having opened its doors to the public in 1876.
1.1 miNE
Eminent church dating from 1847
St. Paul's Cathedral, Kolkata
28 min walk • St. Paul's Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel and a beacon of spirituality in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This Anglican cathedral, an emblem of the British Raj's ecclesiastical legacy, was consecrated in 1847 and has since been a significant landmark...
1.2 miNE
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the Birla Planetarium stands as a gateway to the cosmos for curious minds and astronomy enthusiasts. Officially known as the M. P. Birla Planetarium, this museum is a revered educational and cultural landmark in the bustling Indian...
1.5 miNE
Park
Maidan, Kolkata
39 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the sprawling expanse of Maidan serves as the city's green lung and a much-revered urban park. Spanning around 3 square kilometers, this vast stretch of open field is not only the largest park in the metropolis but also one of the most...
1 miSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Hindu temple
Kalighat Kali Temple, Kolkata
27 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Kolkata, India, the Kalighat Kali Temple stands as a beacon of spirituality and tradition. This revered temple is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali, known as the destroyer of evil forces.
1.2 miE
Museum
Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata
31 min walk • Netaji Bhawan or Netaji Bhavan is a building maintained as a memorial and research center to the life of the Indian nationalist "Netaji" Subhas Chandra Bose in Kolkata.
~1830 ftS
Park
Agri Horticultural Society of India, Kolkata
9 min walk • The Agri Horticultural Society of India was founded in 1820 by William Carey on the Alipore Road, Kolkata. It has a flower garden, greenhouses, a research laboratory and a library. It houses a massive collection of plants and flowers.
0.9 miNE
Concerts and shows, Performing arts, Theater
Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata
25 min walk • Rabindra Sadan is a cultural centre and theatre in Kolkata, located close to the St. Paul's Cathedral on Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road in South Kolkata.
1 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata
27 min walk • The Academy of Fine Arts, in Kolkata is one of the oldest fine arts societies in India.
1 miNE
Park
Mohor Kunja, Kolkata
26 min walk • Mohor Kunja is a public urban park in Maidan, Kolkata. The park is located on Cathedral Road by the side of Victoria Memorial and opposite Nandan. The Park was opened as Citizen's Park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library?

Nearby attractions include Alipore, Kolkata (5 min walk), Alipore Zoo, Kolkata (8 min walk), Agri Horticultural Society of India, Kolkata (9 min walk), Neighbourhoods in Kolkata Metropolitan Area, Kolkata (16 min walk).

How to get to National Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library:

Metro

Netaji Bhavan • Lines: 1 (21 min walk)
Jatin Das Park • Lines: 1 (27 min walk)

Tram

Khidderpore • Lines: 36 (28 min walk)

Train

Khidirpur (30 min walk)
Remount Road (30 min walk)