Book Katihar to Kolkata Cab
Katihar to Kolkata distnce : 455 km
Estimated travel time : 11.6 hours
Kolkata, commonly known as ‘City of joy’ is second largest city of India. Kolkata formerly called as Calcutta is one of top tourist destination in India.
Situated on the banks of river Hooghly, Kolkata is cultural capital of India. It is a vibrant town and have everything for tourists. Kolkata is birth place of Rabindernath Tagore and famous filmmaker Satyajit ray. Kolkata is city of Museums, Parks, heritage structures, Academic institutes & places of historical interest. Kolkata has remains of British Raj also, still many British administrative offices exist in town. Kolkata is shopper's paradise also. Tourist can buy beautiful handicrafts, sarees made of unique fabrics and leather articles. Kolkata’s street food is famous all over country. Kolkata streets are full of eateries and food stalls of Bengali food like Jhal Muri & Gunghi Chat. Do not miss the famous Rasogullas. Other major attraction is ghats. Kolkata has plenty of ghats where one can enjoy sunset while sipping on tea. Most popular ghat is Prinsep ghat. It offers stunning view of Vidyasagar Setu. Other spot near this ghat is Millenium Park. It’s beautiful park on waterfront. Boat rides and cruises are also available here.
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Katihar to Kolkata Cab Route
Katihar to Kolkata by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Katihar to Kolkata distance is 455 Km and is 11.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bhagalpur - Located around 110 kilometers from Katihar, Bhagalpur is known for its historical and cultural heritage. The Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary, Mandar Hill, and Ajgaibinath Temple are some of the attractions here.
2. Munger - Situated approximately 150 kilometers from Katihar, Munger is famous for its historical monuments, such as the Munger Fort, Munger Palace, and Tomb of Pir Shah Nufa.
3. Patna - As the capital city of Bihar, Patna offers several attractions for tourists. The Golghar, Patna Museum, Gandhi Maidan, and Patna Sahib Gurudwara are some must-visit places here.
4. Nalanda - About 220 kilometers from Katihar, Nalanda is renowned for the ancient Nalanda University ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Nalanda Archaeological Museum is also worth exploring.
5. Rajgir - Located around 260 kilometers from Katihar, Rajgir is an important religious site. Visitors can explore the Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Venu Vana, and Griddhakuta Hill.
6. Gaya - Situated approximately 330 kilometers from Katihar, Gaya is a significant pilgrimage destination for Hindus. The Vishnupad Temple and Bodh Gaya (where Buddha attained enlightenment) are popular places to visit.
7. Durgapur - Around 300 kilometers from Katihar, Durgapur is an industrial city known for its steel plants. The Durgapur Barrage and Durgapur Steel Plant are prominent attractions here.
