“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.”
- Henry Miller
There is a city in the eastern part of India and the people of this city embrace literature and philosophy alongside the rich culture and authentic Bengali traditions. I am talking about The City Of Joy - Kolkata or Calcutta, as you may wish to call this beautiful place. The city was once the capital of India and it has always been popular for it's colorful political culture. In-spite of issues like bad traffic and pollution, the city has always welcomed people from every part of the world and has a lot of offer.
I usually visit Kolkata at least once a year but I never had the courage to walk down the streets with a camera. The crowd and the buzz have always intimated me a little but this time, it was different! This time, I went with a different perspective and I was glad to capture few shots to share over here.
The quiet street near my home and few clicks in and around!
People in Kolkata enjoy eating fish almost everyday and sometimes, you don't even have to go to a shop. The fish arrives at your doorstep!
Enjoying a quiet time by the river Ganga.
Wondering about the prop shopping? Thanks to my friend Soma who suggested this amazing place in Kolkata where people like me can just get lost and dream of buying the whole shop! The place is called Rajnikal in Park Street area.
Last few clicks from The City Of Joy!
Susie
Your pictures are beautiful....makes me want to go there and see it for myself. The view through your eyes was lovely.
Ira Rodrigues
fantastic photos kankana!
how i wish i can get the fish in my doorstep without going to fish market:)
i like the props shop, the color is really fascinating!
Sukanya
You have beautifully captured Victoria memorial, its delight to see kolkata thru your lens..btw pls do tell me where do u go for prop shopping in kolkata?
Divya
Lovely clicks, Kankana. I love how the city is so full of life, culture and history. Gorgeous!
Sandhya
Beautiful Indeed.. I spent 5 months out there , 4 years ago... My lil one belongs to the place.... Loved shopping out there.. still waiting for a chance to go back...
Tyler Ngo
So pretty! I am about going to India, and I am super excited!
Pia
Now you've made me miss home! Bhishon shundor post, kankana! Gorgeous.
a spoonful of yumm
what lovely clicks...the hand pump is my favorite :)i've been there very long ago..think i enjoyed eating rasogulla the most lol hope the new year is going great for you kankana...
Kim - Liv Life
I have never had the opportunity to visit India, however the destinations is high on my list.
Your beautiful shots have opened my world today. Thank you!!
wok with ray
These are stunning photos! Thank you for sharing it with us.
Jeno @ Week Nite Meals
Beautiful photos!!!!
Tes
Wow what a beautiful city 🙂 I can't wait to go have some adventure there 🙂
Gouri
Hey Hi,
Too good. Awesome pics and a very lovely post. The city of Joy....yes its he hot and happening city of Kolkata which gives shelter to one and all, rich n poor, salaried and businessman, for Durga puja and for wedding shopping or just for visiting the book fair every year. Loved the place...thank you so much for this post...
By the way please let us know where is this shop? I'll make sure whenever I am there (may be next year 🙁 ....), will visit it.
Happy Cooking!!!
Gouri
aarthi
Awesome clicks
Rosa
What beautiful clicks! Thank you for sharing. An interesting place, for sure.
Cheers,
Rosa
Grishma
You know what I so appreciate ur perspective of capturing Calcutta that hat u had when u visited India!
I also wanted to go but just couldn't!!! :(( Loved every pics!
BTW how many props did u end up buying from that beautiful colorful store??
Grishma
STUNNING! Superb!! Loved seeing Calcutta from your eyes! I haven't been there but now I want to!
Manisha
I, for one, am really glad you stepped out with your camera because these pictures are simply stunning! I've never been to Kolkata but it's on my list of must-visits in India. I know whom to talk to before I go!
Notyet100
Awesome clicks.very nicely captured,.
Sonia
Stunning, nostalgic , jealoussss.... ;p