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	'''Kolkata''' (formerly known as '''Calcutta''') is the capital of the Indian state of [[West Bengal]]. Known as the "Cultural Capital of India," it is a vibrant city that blends colonial architecture, cultural heritage, and modern infrastructure. Kolkata is situated on the eastern bank of the [[Hooghly River]] and is the principal commercial, cultural, and educational center of East India.		'''Kolkata''' (formerly known as '''Calcutta''') is the capital of the Indian state of [[West Bengal]]. Known as the "Cultural Capital of India," it is a vibrant city that blends colonial architecture, cultural heritage, and modern infrastructure. Kolkata is situated on the eastern bank of the [[Hooghly River]] and is the principal commercial, cultural, and educational center of East India.

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	== History ==		== History ==
	Kolkata’s recorded history began in 1690, when the British East India Company established a trading post in the area. The city served as the capital of British India until 1911, during which it became a hub of cultural and political activity. The city played a significant role in India’s independence movement.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata's Historical Significance \|url=https://www.~~historyofbengal~~.com/~~kolkata~~ \|website=~~History of Bengal~~ \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		Kolkata’s recorded history began in 1690, when the British East India Company established a trading post in the area. The city served as the capital of British India until 1911, during which it became a hub of cultural and political activity. The city played a significant role in India’s independence movement.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata's Historical Significance \|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Kolkata \|website=Encyclopaedia Britannica \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== Geography ==		== Geography ==
	Kolkata is located in the eastern part of India at an elevation of approximately 9 meters above sea level. It experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate, characterized by hot summers, heavy monsoon rains, and mild winters.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata Climate Information \|url=https://~~www.worldclimateguide~~.com/kolkata \|website=~~World~~ Climate ~~Guide~~ \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		Kolkata is located in the eastern part of India at an elevation of approximately 9 meters above sea level. It experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate, characterized by hot summers, heavy monsoon rains, and mild winters.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata Climate Information \|url=https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-Rainfall-Temperature-Sunshine,kolkata,India \|website=Weather and Climate \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	Kolkata is an important economic hub in India, with industries ranging from information technology and manufacturing to trade and finance. The city is home to the [[Calcutta Stock Exchange]] and several major corporations.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Economic Overview of Kolkata \|url=https://www.~~investindia~~.~~gov~~.~~in/kolkata~~ \|website=~~Invest~~ India \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		Kolkata is an important economic hub in India, with industries ranging from information technology and manufacturing to trade and finance. The city is home to the [[Calcutta Stock Exchange]] and several major corporations.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Economic Overview of Kolkata \|url=https://www.ibef.org/states/west-bengal.aspx \|website=India Brand Equity Foundation \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== Culture and Heritage ==		== Culture and Heritage ==
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	* [[Howrah Bridge]]		* [[Howrah Bridge]]
	* [[Dakshineswar Kali Temple]]		* [[Dakshineswar Kali Temple]]
	* [[Indian Museum]]<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Exploring Kolkata's Cultural Landmarks \|url=https://www.~~culturalindia~~.~~net~~/kolkata \|website=~~Cultural~~ India \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		* [[Indian Museum]]<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Exploring Kolkata's Cultural Landmarks \|url=https://www.incredibleindia.org/content/incredible-india-v2/en/destinations/kolkata.html \|website=Incredible India \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	The city is also famous for its festivals, particularly [[Durga Puja]], which attracts millions of visitors annually.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Durga Puja in Kolkata \|url=https://www.~~durgapujafestival~~.com/kolkata \|website=~~Durga Puja Festival~~ \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		The city is also famous for its festivals, particularly [[Durga Puja]], which attracts millions of visitors annually.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Durga Puja in Kolkata \|url=https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20201006-how-kolkata-celebrates-durga-puja \|website=BBC Travel \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== Education ==		== Education ==
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	* [[University of Calcutta]]		* [[University of Calcutta]]
	* [[Presidency University]]		* [[Presidency University]]
	* [[Jadavpur University]]<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Top Universities in Kolkata \|url=https://www.~~universityguide~~.~~com~~/~~kolkata~~ \|website=~~University Guide~~ \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		* [[Jadavpur University]]<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Top Universities in Kolkata \|url=https://www.nirfindia.org/2024/Ranking.html \|website=NIRF India Rankings \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== Transportation ==		== Transportation ==
	Kolkata is well-connected by road, rail, and air. The [[Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport]] serves as the primary gateway for international and domestic flights. The city also boasts India’s oldest metro system, the [[Kolkata Metro]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata Metro Overview \|url=https://~~www~~.~~kolkatametro~~.in \|website=Kolkata Metro ~~Official Site~~ \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>		Kolkata is well-connected by road, rail, and air. The [[Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport]] serves as the primary gateway for international and domestic flights. The city also boasts India’s oldest metro system, the [[Kolkata Metro]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Kolkata Metro Overview \|url=https://mtp.indianrailways.gov.in/ \|website=Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation \|access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

	== See also ==		== See also ==

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{{Infobox settlement
| name = Kolkata
| native_name = কলকাতা
| other_name = Calcutta
| settlement_type = Metropolitan City
| image_skyline = Kolkata Montage.jpg
| image_caption = From top: Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Kolkata skyline
| pushpin_map = India West Bengal
| pushpin_label_position = right
| pushpin_map_caption = Location in West Bengal, India
| coordinates = {{coord|22.5726|N|88.3639|E|region:IN-WB|display=inline,title}}
| subdivision_type = Country
| subdivision_name = India
| subdivision_type1 = State
| subdivision_name1 = West Bengal
| established_title = Founded
| established_date = 1690
| government_type = Municipal Corporation
| governing_body = Kolkata Municipal Corporation
| leader_title = Mayor
| leader_name = Firhad Hakim
| area_total_km2 = 185
| population_total = 4,496,694
| population_as_of = 2021
| population_density_km2 = auto
| timezone1 = IST
| utc_offset1 = +5:30
| postal_code_type = PIN
| postal_code = 700001-700157
| area_code_type = Telephone code
| area_code = +91 33
| website = {{URL|https://www.kmcgov.in}}
}}

'''Kolkata''' (formerly known as '''Calcutta''') is the capital of the Indian state of [[West Bengal]]. Known as the "Cultural Capital of India," it is a vibrant city that blends colonial architecture, cultural heritage, and modern infrastructure. Kolkata is situated on the eastern bank of the [[Hooghly River]] and is the principal commercial, cultural, and educational center of East India.

== History ==
Kolkata’s recorded history began in 1690, when the British East India Company established a trading post in the area. The city served as the capital of British India until 1911, during which it became a hub of cultural and political activity. The city played a significant role in India’s independence movement.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kolkata's Historical Significance |url=https://www.historyofbengal.com/kolkata |website=History of Bengal |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== Geography ==
Kolkata is located in the eastern part of India at an elevation of approximately 9 meters above sea level. It experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate, characterized by hot summers, heavy monsoon rains, and mild winters.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kolkata Climate Information |url=https://www.worldclimateguide.com/kolkata |website=World Climate Guide |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== Economy ==
Kolkata is an important economic hub in India, with industries ranging from information technology and manufacturing to trade and finance. The city is home to the [[Calcutta Stock Exchange]] and several major corporations.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Economic Overview of Kolkata |url=https://www.investindia.gov.in/kolkata |website=Invest India |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== Culture and Heritage ==
Kolkata is renowned for its cultural richness and intellectual legacy. The city hosts several iconic landmarks, including:
* [[Victoria Memorial]]
* [[Howrah Bridge]]
* [[Dakshineswar Kali Temple]]
* [[Indian Museum]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Exploring Kolkata's Cultural Landmarks |url=https://www.culturalindia.net/kolkata |website=Cultural India |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

The city is also famous for its festivals, particularly [[Durga Puja]], which attracts millions of visitors annually.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Durga Puja in Kolkata |url=https://www.durgapujafestival.com/kolkata |website=Durga Puja Festival |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== Education ==
Kolkata is a leading center for education, with prestigious institutions like:
* [[University of Calcutta]]
* [[Presidency University]]
* [[Jadavpur University]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Top Universities in Kolkata |url=https://www.universityguide.com/kolkata |website=University Guide |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== Transportation ==
Kolkata is well-connected by road, rail, and air. The [[Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport]] serves as the primary gateway for international and domestic flights. The city also boasts India’s oldest metro system, the [[Kolkata Metro]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kolkata Metro Overview |url=https://www.kolkatametro.in |website=Kolkata Metro Official Site |access-date=2024-11-18}}</ref>

== See also ==
* [[West Bengal]]
* [[India]]

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