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3 Places in Kolkata to Scare You to the Core!

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Kolkata is a pretty famous part of India. But, mostly it is popular for reasons like festivals, the food, traditions etc. However, you would be surprised to known that there are a plenty of places in Kolkata which are quite popular because of some weird reasons as well, mostly because they are way too haunted. Once you are done booking your Goa to Kolkata or New Delhi to Kolkata flights, do take out some time to add these things to your Kolkata itinerary.

Listed below are top 3 scariest places to see in Kolkata:

• National Library
National Library is one of the hugest libraries in the country as per the volume. National Library in Alipore is not just a library but it is also a heritage building which was constructed somewhere in the year, 1953. After w while the place turned into one of the most haunted places. There are a plenty of scary instances that people have witnessed here including some weird sounds. Many people have reported the sounds of footsteps whenever they came here alone. Also, some people have even witnessed something as scary as the sound of someone breathing behind their necks. Also, some were even haunted by the visuals of spirits as the place is haunted by the ghost of Lord Metcalfe’s wife.

• South Park Street Cemetery
People consider the South Park Street Cemetery as one of the places where you can go for photography as well. It is a place for the botanists as the cemetery is considered as one of the most ancient burial grounds in the area. But, not just that, it is also known as a scary place to be. The cemetery is supposed to be haunted. And, various people have experienced all sorts of bizarrely paranormal activities here. Starting from the shadows of people to feeling someone’s presence even when no one is around. This place only for the Braveheart! After you are done booking your Mumbai to Kolkata or New Delhi to Kolkata flights, do take out sometime to view some videos or images of this place.

• The Lower Circular Road Cemetery
The name cemetery itself is enough to haunt you. However, some of the cemeteries are extremely haunted and one of them is this, The Lower Circular Road Cemetery. It is nothing but an ancient Christian cemetery which is quite old. It was built somewhere around 1840. However, it is not one of normal cemeteries. There are a host of scary stories associated to this place. It is normal to experience creepy things here. The place is said to be haunted by a British civil servant. Unfortunately, he lost his life in the Anglo-Afghan War, but since then he has been able to somehow present here.

All set to enjoy a thrilling trip to Kolkata??

5 Scrumptious Sweets to Relish in Kolkata

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Kolkata as we know is a colorful part of India, and is known for its vibrant culture and traditions. The place is well known for some of the most vivacious festivals. However, there is one more thing which makes Kolkata an ‘endearing’ destination, and that’s the authentic cuisine of the region. And, sweets are certainly the celebrated part of the Kolkata cuisine. While booking your Delhi to Kolkata or Mumbai to Kolkata flights, do add ‘trying out the authentic sweets in Kolkata’ to your to do list as well.

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Here are some of the most delicious Bengali sweets to try out in Kolkata:

Lobongo Latika
Lobongo Latika is surely a sweet which is perfect for any sort of occasion. It is one of the most favorite sweet of Kolkata. Lobongo Latika is made up of flour, khoya, coconut, ghee, sugar, cloves and some nutmeg powder and cardamom to add a special touch. It is quite interesting to look at as well. Nicely packed, and enclosed by a clove! Want to try out this sweetmeat? Book your Goa to Kolkata or Mumbai to Kolkata flights immediately to enjoy Lobongo Latika in Kolkata.

Kheer Kodom
Kind of small Rosogullas, but Kheer Kodom is a mysterious sweet wonder. This small yet powerful sweet is sheathed with yummy milk cream. Further it is coated with some grated khoya and yes, some additional flavors to stupefy your taste buds. Want to try Kheer Kodom in Kolkata? Book your Pune to Kolkata or Mumbai to Kolkata flights now!

Bhapa Doi
As the name suggests, Bhapa Doi a delicacy made with the use of yogurt. Yogurt is nicely amalgamated with condensed milk, and a bit of sugar too, in order to prepare Bhapa Doi. Further, the taste of the dish is enhanced by adding some nuts like cashew or pistachio as well. It is enjoyed cold, so make sure you eat it straight out of the refrigerator.

Khirer Chop
Khirer Chop somehow looks like a small kachori that is quite famous in North India, but Khirer Chop is absolutely different in taste. Plus, it is made up of a blend of semolina, flour, milk, sugar, bread, and yes nutmeg powder is always there to add a special touch. That is absolutely not it! It is further stuffed with yummy kheer and then it is decently soaped up with some sugar syrup. These little stuffed sweets are nothing short of bliss for the sweetmeat lovers!

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Nolen Gurer Payesh
A sweet dish which is majorly relished in the winter season, Nolen Gurer Payesh is a proper, authentic Bengali dish. Nolen Gurer Payesh is prepared using rice and milk. And, as the name suggests, it is sweetened with the help of some jiggery. Though, it is not very easy to prepare as it takes a lot of time to thicken. But, it is surely worth the wait!

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