Biswa Bangla Gate: A Cultural Marvel in New Town

Getting There

• Metro

  If you are starting from the central part of Kolkata, take the Kolkata Metro (Blue Line) from Esplanade or Park Street station towards Dum Dum. Get down at the New Town station, which is the nearest metro station to Biswa Bangla Gate. Upon exiting the station, you can find auto-rickshaws or cycle rickshaws that will take you to Biswa Bangla Gate. Alternatively, you can walk for about 20 minutes by heading north along New Town Road, taking a right on Biswa Bangla Sarani.

• Bus

  From various locations in Kolkata, you can catch a bus heading towards New Town. Look for buses that mention 'New Town', 'Rajarhat', or 'Salt Lake'. Get off at the Biswa Bangla Gate stop or the nearest stop and walk to the gate, which is about a 10-minute walk from most bus stops in New Town. Make sure to ask the conductor if you are unsure about the stop.

• Auto-rickshaw

  From anywhere in Kolkata, you can take an auto-rickshaw directly to Biswa Bangla Gate. Simply tell the driver 'Biswa Bangla Gate' or show them the address: HFHC+FP3, Biswa Bangla Sarani, Narkel Bagan, Newtown. The fare will depend on your starting point, but it's a convenient option and should be a quick ride.

• Walking

  If you are already in the New Town area, you can easily walk to Biswa Bangla Gate. The gate is situated on Biswa Bangla Sarani, and you can use landmarks like the New Town Eco Park or Rabindra Tirtha as reference points. Just follow the road signs or ask locals for directions to Biswa Bangla Gate, which is a well-known landmark.