How Currency Exchange in Kolkata :
Kolkata, being a part of India, accepts rupee as its domestic currency. Like rest of the country, the money available here is defined in terms of rupee and paisa. The currency is available in forms of coins or notes. It is presently in the values of rupees 1, 2, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500 and 1000. You may get either coins or notes till Rs. 5. Beyond Rs 5, you get only notes on the behalf of the currency. Plastic cash i.e. debit cards and credit cards are widely accepted throughout the city, especially in all the premium stores. As Kolkata (earlier Calcutta) is a major hub for foreigners in India, the currency exchange facilities are available at many places. Apart from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, you will also find money exchangers with the premium hotels and registered banks of the city. Other than these, private currency exchangers are also available in and around the city. In the following lines, we have provided a list of all the renowned money exchange outlets in the city of Kolkata.
Money Exchangers in Kolkata :
Weizmann Forex Ltd.
235/2A, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Minto Park, Kolkata
Skyway Forex & Travel Pvt. Ltd.
10, Sudder Street, Kolkata
Wall Street Finance Ltd.
63, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Rippon Street, Kolkata
RN Dutta & Son (P) Ltd.
56A, Hemanta Basu Sarani, Dalhousie, Kolkata
Maya Shop
Block-2, Sealdah Flyover, Sisir Market, Sealdah, Kolkata
RN Dutt & Sons (P) Ltd.
Stephen House, 56 A, Hemanta Basu Sarani,, Kolkata
RN Dutt & Sons (P) Ltd.
Ground Floor, 182A, Sarat Bose Road, Kolkata
Foreign Money Exchange
47/A, Gariahat Road, Gariahat, Kolkata?
Bikram Shop
5/100, Sisir Market, Sealdah, Kolkata
Mahamaya Travels
Block-2A, Sealdah Flyover, Sisir Market, Sealdah, Kolkata
General Information about Kolkata :
Location: Kolkata
State: West Bengal
Capital: Kolkata
Language: Bengali, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 42˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: September to March
How to Reach Kolkata :
By Air:
Kolkata is well connected by airways, to all the major countries in the world as well as to the key Indian cities. There are regular flights from all the major cities of India, like Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai, to the place. Even international destinations, in France, Britain, Holland, Bangladesh, Japan, Singapore, Nepal, Jordan and Thailand, are connected to the Netaji Subash Chandra Bose International Airport of Kolkata. This airport is located at Dumdum, about 15 km away from the main township.
By Rail:
The rail connectivity of Calcutta is also very good. Trains connect the city with all the major cities of India. Super fast trains like Rajdhani and Shatabdi Express ply between Kolkata and Delhi and other nearby places. Kolkata has two major railway stations; one is located in Howrah and the other is at Sealdah, with the former being the stop for majority of the interstate trains.
By Road:
The road connectivity of Kolkata to adjoining areas is also wisely planned. The Esplanade Terminus is the main bus terminal that lies in the heart of the city. From here, you can easily get a bus as well as taxi for travelling to the cities within West Bengal as well as in the neighbouring states. Even road connectivity to Bangladesh is smooth and comfortable, with frequent Bus service.
How to Travel in Kolkata:
For the international tourists, it is always advisable to carry their Indian visa, as it is cumbersome to get one after arriving Carry all your important documents and money If you are travelling alone, don’t publicize it. Incase you happen to lose your passport, immediately lodge a complaint at the police station and also inform your country’s embassy. It is advisable to carry adequate photocopies of your passport, traveller’s checks and insurance. Beware of touts and agents. Make sure that your hotel reservation is done and it is confirmed. To secure your belongings, use a combination lock.