Gwalior Monument, Kolkata

Name: Gwalior Monument
Address: Kolkata, India

#60 among attractions in Kolkata

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The Gwalior Monument, also known as Ellenborough's Folly, or The Pepperpot, is an octagonal cenotaph about 18 metres high, crowned with a bronze dome cast from guns captured from the Marathas. It was erected in 1847 by Lord Ellenborough, the Governor-General of India, as a memorial to the officers and men who fell during the Gwalior War in 1843. ()

Coordinates: 22°33'38"N, 88°20'2"E

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Day trips

Gwalior Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Indian Museum, Eden Gardens, Netaji Indoor Stadium, Town Hall.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gwalior Monument?

Nearby attractions include Prinsep Ghat, Kolkata (8 min walk), Fort William, Kolkata (9 min walk), Vidyasagar Setu, Kolkata (12 min walk), Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata (16 min walk).

How to get to Gwalior Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gwalior Monument:

Train

Prinsep Ghat (9 min walk)
Eden Gardens (10 min walk)

Bus

Babughat bus stand (13 min walk)
Esplanade Bus Stand to Airport (26 min walk)

Tram

Esplanade • Lines: 36 (27 min walk)

Metro

Park Street • Lines: 1 (29 min walk)
Esplanade • Lines: 1 (29 min walk)