Tracing the European trail from Kolkata aka the city of Joy

December 15, 2016December 19, 2016 Rashmi Gopal Rao14 Comments

It is not entirely incorrect to say that the East Indian city of Kolkata is one of the most fascinating places to visit in India and has a charm like none other. With myriad experiences to offer ranging from history, art, culture and of course food, this delightful city has a little bit of something… Continue reading Tracing the European trail from Kolkata aka the city of Joy

Hooghly Imambara: grandeur of the yesteryears

July 11, 2016 Rashmi Gopal Rao36 Comments

An architectural masterpiece of the 19th century is the magnificent Hooghly Imbabara in the town of Hooghly situated in the state of West Bengal. Hooghly or Hooghly-Chinsura as it also known lies about 30 k from the metro city of Kolkata. Built by Hazi Mohammad Mohsin between 1841 and 1861, this historical structure doubles up… Continue reading Hooghly Imambara: grandeur of the yesteryears