About Kolkata Embassies :
Kolkata serves as one of the major hubs of the foreigners coming to West Bengal. People from all around the globe come to the city for various purposes, like study tour, archaeological studies, tourism perspectives and many other activities. Those who come from the other parts of the globe require being in contact with their respective embassies. India citizens also apply for visas and immigration to the foreign countries through their embassies in the country. In order to help all such people, we have given a list of the foreign embassies and consulates situated in Calcutta, in the lines below.
Foreign Embassies in Kolkata :
Austria
96/1, Sarat Chandra Bose Road, Kolkata
Bangladesh
9, Circus Avenue, Kolkata
Belgium
Shivam Chambers, 5th Floor, 53, Syed Amir Ali Avenue, Kolkata
Bolivia
20, Loudon Street, Kolkata
Denmark
McLeod House, 3, Netaji Subhas Road, Kolkata
Egypt
Nilhat House, 11, Rajendra Nath Mukherjee Road, Kolkata
Finland
Chitrakoot, 230, A J C Bose Road, Kolkata
France
26, Park Mansions, Kolkata
Greece
41, Chowringhee Road, C/o Stewarts & Lloyds of India Ltd, Kolkata
Germany
1, Hastings Park Road, Alipore, Kolkata
Hungary
Gooptu Court, 7A, Middleton Street, Kolkata
Indonesia
128, Rashbehari Avenue, Kolkata
Italy
3, Raja Santosh Road, Alipore, Kolkata
Japan
12, Pretoria Street, Kolkata
Liberia
186, Sarat Bose Road, Kolkata
Nepal
1, National Library Avenue Alipur Kolkata
Netherlands
RPG Enterprises, 31, Netaji Subhas Road, Kolkata
Norway
Chitrakoot, 230, A J C Bose Road, Kolkata
Phillipines
14, Government Place East, Kolkata
Russian Federation
7, Alipore Avenue, Kolkata
Singapore
8, A J C Bose Road, Kolkata
Sri Lanka
2, Hare Street, C/o Nicco House, Kolkata
Sweden
6, Poonam Building, 5/2, Russell Street, Kolkata
Switzerland
C/o Titagarh Steels Limited, 113, Park Street, Kolkata
Thailand
18B, Mandeville Gardens, Kolkata
Turkey
2, Nazar Ali Lane, Ballygunge, Kolkata
United Kingdom
1, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata
United States of America
5/1, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 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.