History of Kolkata dates back to the rule of Mughals before the British built the city of Calcutta. How a village of Kalikata of Mughal was transformed to Calcutta of the British and became the first Capital of British India is worth knowing.
Cooch Behar Rajbari is one of West Bengal’s finest royal palaces. Explore its Koch dynasty origins, Victorian architecture, earthquake‑shaped evolution, museum collections, and the palace’s enduring legacy.
Modern West Bengal represents the western part of the undivided Bengal, post the partition of India. West Bengal’s rich history lies in its economical prosperity, since the ancient ages. The region was notable for agricultural prevalence and textile artistry, topped with a very strong trade network. But the people of West Bengal are more known for their cultural heritage and intellectual personalities. Bengali food and festivals are cherished by all across the world. Darjeeling tea is world famous for unique flavour and distinct aroma.
The Nawabs of Bengal had great influence in the History of Murshidabad. How a small town became a strategic place of Mughal Empire? It grown to it’s highest level of prosperity during the era of Nawabs of Bengal. Read full History.