Calcutta
Immortalised as the ‘City of Joy’, Calcutta is a sprawling metropolis of contradictions. Sparkling high-rises tower over crumbling vestiges of colonial India while rickshaw-wallahs ply their trade on the city’s chaotic streets. As the former capital of the Raj, its wide boulevards are lined with grand symbols of the Empire, while the narrow lanes reveal a myriad of Indian life.
Showcasing its rich history, Calcutta’s sites tell the stories of its inhabitants, from the early travelers who rest in the South Park Street Cemetery, to the clerks of the Writer’s Building and the potters of Kumartuli. Calcutta’s charm lies in its people; widely read, intellectual and immensely proud of their city’s rich culture.
The Glenburn Penthouse
Calcutta, Calcutta and northeast India, India
The Glenburn Penthouse is a nine bedroom hotel in the heart of Calcutta. The chic city sister hotel of Glenburn Tea Estate, enjoy traditional Bengali food by the rooftop pool. This luxurious boutique hotel boasts views overlooking Victoria Memorial.
The Oberoi Grand
Calcutta, Calcutta and northeast India, India
The Oberoi Grand is located in the heart of Calcutta, the City of Joy. Its period features and tranquillity offer the perfect respite from the pace of Calcutta. The Oberoi Grand has an effortless fusion of classical Victorian and traditional Indian style.