Dakshineswar Travel Guide

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A large, multi-domed building with red and white domes, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.
A historic building with domed architecture and a large white dome.
A large, ornate temple with multiple domes and a reflection in the water in front.
A brightly lit, multi-tiered temple with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.
A traditional building with a reflection in the water, illuminated by colorful lights.

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Dakshineswar Kali Temple

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Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
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Where to stay in Dakshineswar

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A busy street at night with colorful lights, vehicles, and a bridge.

Park Street

If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street and The Harrington Street Arts Centre. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city.

A calm lake with boats, palm trees, and a cable car in the background.

Salt Lake

Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.

A narrow forest path surrounded by dense foliage.
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Open Photo by Rajlekha Chatterjee

Ramchandrapur

Though Ramchandrapur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South City Mall and Benu Bana Chaya Lake.

A calm lake with several small boats, some with green canopies, and a green dock in the foreground.

New Town

New Town is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like New Town Eco Park and City Centre 2.

A suspension bridge over a river with cargo ships.

Ballygunge

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Shrine Basilica Bandel or Quest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.

Dakshineswar Travel Guide

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