University of Calcutta, Kolkata

Name: University of Calcutta
Address: Kolkata, India

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The University of Calcutta is a collegiate public state university located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It was established on 24 January 1857 and is the first multidisciplinary and Western-style institution in Asia. Today, the university's jurisdiction is limited to a few districts of West Bengal, but at the time of establishment it had a catchment area, ranging from Lahore to Myanmar. Within India, it is recognized as a "Five-Star University" and accredited an "A" grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. The University of Calcutta was awarded the status of "Centre with Potential for Excellence in Particular Area" and "University with potential for excellence" by the University Grants Commission. ()

Local name: कलकत्ता विश्वविद्यालय Coordinates: 22°34'30"N, 88°21'45"E

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Bowbazar - JorasankoKolkata India

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University of Calcutta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.4 miS
Palace
Shobhabazar Rajbari, Kolkata
11 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.
0.5 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Nakhoda Mosque, Kolkata
12 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...
0.4 miN
Cinema, Nightlife
Mahajati Sadan, Kolkata
12 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.
0.7 miW
Church
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Kolkata
18 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.
0.8 miNW
Church
Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth, Kolkata
20 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 miW
Museum, Art museum, Colonial architecture
Currency Building, Kolkata
22 min walk • The Currency Building is an early 19th-century building in the B. B. D. Bagh central business district of Kolkata in West Bengal, India. The building was originally built in 1833 to house the Calcutta branch of the Agra Bank.
~920 ftSE
Neighbourhood
East Kolkata, Kolkata
5 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.
0.5 miN
Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Marble Palace, Kolkata
14 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.
0.7 miN
Museum, Rabindranath Tagore, Historical place
Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Kolkata
19 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
23 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.
~920 ftSE
Neighbourhood
North Kolkata, Kolkata
5 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..

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of Calcutta?

Nearby attractions include College Square Swimming Pool, Kolkata (2 min walk), Presidency University, Kolkata (3 min walk), Medical College, Kolkata (5 min walk), College Street, Kolkata (5 min walk).

How to get to University of Calcutta by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Calcutta:

Metro

Central • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Mahatma Gandhi Road • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)

Tram

Rajabazar (18 min walk)
Howrah Bridge (25 min walk)

Train

Sealdah (23 min walk)
BBD Bagh (27 min walk)

Bus

B.B.D. Bag (21 min walk)
Esplanade (31 min walk)