Kalighat, Kolkata, West Bengal India

Kalighat is one of the most famous localities in Kolkata. Kalighat is place of historical and religious significance. It is often said that the city was named Calcutta after this famous place only. The place also houses one of the Shaktipeeths in the country, where the toe of Sati is supposed to have fallen in the course of Shiva's dance of cosmic destruction.

Located on the bank of river Bhagirathi, Kalighat is basically a suburb of Kolkata city. This place has excellent transportation connectivity. Kalighat Metro Station is the nearest & most preferred transportation mode for reaching this place. The place is basically famous for three sites - Rabindra Sarovar, Birla Museum and Kalighat Temple. The local market here is famous for Kalipat chitra and several religious items as well.