While Calcutta has rightly earned the nickname city of joy for its soulful embodiment of love, mystery, culture and definitely some of the best street food and sweet delicacies, it is also the city that beautifully upholds the most perfect juxtaposition between the old world and the modern one. Even though the residents of Calcutta might have a pretty lazy approach to life with a mandatory afternoon siesta, all the people visiting the city will definitely be mesmerised by the old world charm of this enchanting city.
Be it the streets or the nooks and corners of the city - every place has a story to tell. So, mentioned below are a few things that set Calcutta apart from all other metropolitans in India.

The Epicentre
Having served as the British capital till 1912, Calcutta is also the second largest city in the country in terms of area coverage, which comes right after the capital city of Delhi. To tell the truth, Calcutta was a city of significant importance to the British Empire. So, if you’re visiting the city and you stumble upon the Howrah Bridge along with several other British architecture, hold your breath - because the city has a tendency of captivating hearts!

Travel back in time
If you ever do visit Calcutta, you will find out that the public transport is pretty much the lifeline of the city. Not only are they effective, but also fast and offer the best connectivity. From hand-pulled rickshaws to yellow taxis - if you’re the kind of person who wishes to travel back in time to witness the vintage side of our country, do not forget to get a tram ride.

The Howrah Bridge
Who hasn’t heard of the Howrah Bridge! In fact, everyone that visits the city is pretty much aware of the fact that it is one of the largest cantilever bridges in the world and also the only one in India. And if you happen to visit the Howrah bridge in the evening, that’s when you’ll actually be able to immerse yourselves in its true glory!

The Cultural Capital
Often referred to as the cultural capital of India, Calcutta is the hub for intellectuals and artists. From Rabindranath Tagore, Satyajit Ray and Mother Teresa to Amartya Sen and so many others - the city has a deep-rooted culturally rich history.

From massive stadiums for both cricket and football to the unending rivalry between Mohunbagan and East Bengal - this city reeks of everything that could satisfy a sports lover's dream. Calcutta, in short, is a city that has a little something for everyone. As Suhel Seth, an Indian businessman and columnist, rightly said, "If there is one thing that can describe Calcutta, it is grace."