The extensive beauty of Victoria Memorial will have your heart caught between surprise and nostalgia as you gaze at this architecture, which is as magnificent as the first time you saw it, whether you are a tourist or a native of this city. The memorial was constructed in honour of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). Its remarkable construction is a fascinating fusion of Mughal and European design that is eye-catching. The museum inside the building has a comprehensive collection of photographs and oil paintings chronicling Kolkata's history during British control, as well as a graphic chronology of the monument itself. The Victoria Memorial Hall grounds host Light & Sound (Son-et-Lumière) performances every evening.
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Timings: 10 AM - 6 PM. Closed on Mondays.
Entry Fee: INR 50 for Indian nationals; INR 150 for foreign nationals
Contact: 033 2223 1890
Website: victoriamemorial-cal.org
LBB Tip: There are horse carriage rides just outside the premises. They range between INR 500 to INR 1,700. Don't forget to capture this monument, it is 'postcard Calcutta' at its finest.
