Jorasanko, Kolkata

Name: Jorasanko
Address: Kolkata, India

#94 among attractions in Kolkata

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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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°35'0"N, 88°21'23"E

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

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

0.6 miW
Rabindranath Tagore, Bridge
Howrah Bridge, Kolkata
16 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...
0.4 miS
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...
0.4 miSE
Cinema, Nightlife
Mahajati Sadan, Kolkata
10 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.
0.4 miSW
Church
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Kolkata
11 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.
0.4 miSW
Church
Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth, Kolkata
11 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...
0.7 miE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ramakrishna Mission Swami Vivekananda's Ancestral House and Cultural Centre, Kolkata
19 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...
1.2 miNE
Cinema, Nightlife
Star Theatre, Kolkata
31 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.
0.9 miSE
Neighbourhood
East Kolkata, Kolkata
23 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.
~1410 ftE
Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Marble Palace, Kolkata
7 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.
0.9 miSW
Neighbourhood
B. B. D. Bagh, Kolkata
24 min walk • B. B. D. Bagh, formerly called Tank Square and then Dalhousie Square, is the shortened version for Benoy-Badal-Dinesh Bagh. It is the seat of power of the state government, as well as the central business district of Kolkata in Kolkata district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
~1150 ftNE
Museum, Rabindranath Tagore, Historical place
Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Kolkata
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jorasanko?

Nearby attractions include Girish Park, Kolkata (5 min walk), Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Kolkata (6 min walk), Marble Palace Zoo, Kolkata (6 min walk), Marble Palace, Kolkata (7 min walk).

How to get to Jorasanko by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jorasanko:

Metro

Mahatma Gandhi Road • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)
Girish Park • Lines: 1 (13 min walk)

Tram

Howrah Bridge (11 min walk)
Rajabazar (33 min walk)

Train

Barra Bazar (15 min walk)
Barabazar (15 min walk)

Bus

djdndn (22 min walk)
Howrah Bus Station (23 min walk)