Fort William, India - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Fort William, India

The mighty edifice Fort William is situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River in the city of Kolkata which is spread over 70 acres. This is an example of ancient British architecture. Now it serves as a famous tourist spot in Kolkata and a lot of tourists visit this place every day to explore the wonders of the fort.

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Attractions Near Fort William, India

Princep Ghat

Princep Ghat

0.5km from Fort William, India

Princep Ghat is a majestic ghat structure famous for its Greek/ Gothic inlays. The ghat is located between Fort William and the Water Gate and is often visited by tourists exploring these attractions.

Victoria Memorial Hall

Victoria Memorial Hall

1.23km from Fort William, India

A huge monument made of white marble located in the heart of the City of Joy dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria. one of the most famous monuments in West Bengal that has become a museum and popular tourist spot of the state.

Eden Gardens

Eden Gardens

1.38km from Fort William, India

Eden Gardens is a cricket ground in Kolkata established in 1864. It is also called as the Mecca of Indian Cricket. Home venue of the Bengal cricket team and the Kolkata Knight Riders. The stadium currently has a capacity of 66,000.

Park Street

Park Street

1.44km from Fort William, India

Park Street is a major access route in Kolkata which begins at Chowringhee Road or JL Nehru road and stretches till Park Circus crossing. Being a major hangout spot in the city, it has many pubs and restaurants. Several important routes intersect or originate from Park Street.

M.P. Birla Planetarium

M.P. Birla Planetarium

1.52km from Fort William, India

This is an iconic structure whose architecture is based on the famous Buddhist Stupa at Sanchi. It is the largest planetarium in Asia and the second largest in the world. It has an electronics laboratory, Astronomy gallery and observatory and so more.

St. Paul's Cathedral Kolkata

St. Paul's Cathedral Kolkata

1.57km from Fort William, India

An Anglican cathedral that operates under CNI – Church of North India. It is said to be the largest cathedral in Kolkata and the first Episcopal Church in Asia. It has an Indo gothic Architecture and It is a must-visit for those who seek enriching historical and architectural pleasure.

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Kolkata district is a district in the Indian State of West Bengal, headquartered in Kolkata

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