West Bengal, an eastern Indian state, is a vibrant hub of culture, history, and economic activity. Known for its rich heritage, iconic Durga Puja festival, and...
Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is the capital city of West Bengal, serving as a major cultural, economic, and educational hub in Eastern India.
West Bengal is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, including the Durga Puja festival, Rabindra Sangeet, Bengali cinema, literature, and its distinctive cuisine.
Key attractions include Kolkata (City of Joy), Darjeeling (hill station), the Sundarbans National Park (mangrove forest), and historical sites like Murshidabad.
The most prominent river is the Ganges (known as Hooghly in its lower reaches), along with other significant rivers like the Damodar, Teesta, and Mahananda.