Presidency University, Kolkata

Name: Presidency University
Address: Kolkata, India

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Presidency University, Kolkata, formerly known as Hindu College and Presidency College, is a public state university located in College Street, Kolkata. Established in 1817, it is probably the oldest institution in India to have no religious connection. The institution was elevated to university status in 2010 after functioning as a top constituent college of the University of Calcutta for about 193 years. The University had its bicentenary celebrations in 2017. ()

Local name: प्रेसिडेन्सी विश्वविद्यालय, कोलकाता Coordinates: 22°34'35"N, 88°21'44"E

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Bowbazar - JorasankoKolkata India

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Presidency University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shobhabazar Rajbari, Nakhoda Mosque, Mahajati Sadan, Holy Rosary Cathedral.

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Palace
Shobhabazar Rajbari, Kolkata
14 min walk • Shobhabazar Rajbari stands as an emblem of regal heritage in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This historical palace is a testament to the grandeur of Bengali aristocracy and has been a centerpiece of cultural and traditional festivities for centuries.
0.4 miW
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Nakhoda Mosque, Kolkata
11 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...
~1740 ftN
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 miW
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.
0.7 miW
Church
Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth, Kolkata
19 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...
0.8 miNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ramakrishna Mission Swami Vivekananda's Ancestral House and Cultural Centre, Kolkata
20 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...
~1470 ftSE
Neighbourhood
East Kolkata, Kolkata
8 min walk • East Kolkata refers to the eastern areas of the city of Kolkata, India. It includes the localities of Metropolitan Township, Dhapa, Tangra, Bantala, Topsia, Tiljala, VIP Nagar, Anandapur, Kalikapur, Mukundapur, Ajoy Nagar, Panchasayar and certain parts of Garia like Baishnabghata-Patuli Township, Chak Garia, Nayabad and New Garia.
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Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Marble Palace, Kolkata
11 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.
0.6 miN
Museum, Rabindranath Tagore, Historical place
Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Kolkata
16 min walk • 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.
0.9 miSW
Cinema, Nightlife
Paradise Cinema, Kolkata
24 min walk • Paradise Cinema is a single screen cinema hall located in Bentinck Street, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. This cinema hall was inaugurated in 1943 and was fully renovated in 1956. The current managing director of the theatre is Arun Mehra.
~1470 ftSE
Neighbourhood
North Kolkata, Kolkata
8 min walk • North Kolkata is an important area in Kolkata and the city's oldest neighbourhood.Shyambazar, Bagbazar, Kumartuli, Shobhabazar, Posta, Jorasanko, Rajabazar, Phoolbagan, Maniktala, Kankurgachi, Ultadanga, Chitpur, Belgachia, Tala, Cossipore, and Sinthee are among its many neighbourhoods..

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Which popular attractions are close to Presidency University?

Nearby attractions include University of Calcutta, Kolkata (3 min walk), College Square Swimming Pool, Kolkata (4 min walk), Kolkata Little Magazine Library And Research Center, Kolkata (5 min walk), College Street, Kolkata (7 min walk).

How to get to Presidency University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Presidency University:

Metro

Mahatma Gandhi Road • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
Central • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Tram

Rajabazar (19 min walk)
Howrah Bridge (23 min walk)

Train

Sealdah (26 min walk)
BBD Bagh (26 min walk)

Bus

B.B.D. Bag (22 min walk)
Esplanade (32 min walk)