Kolkata: The City of Joy

Kolkata is a large city in India with a hat-tipped toward an intellectual atmosphere and history. The city is one of the most populous cities in India. Commonly known as the 'City of Joy', the city was a former capital under the British rule until 1911. From a bustling city center to calming green spaces … Continue reading Kolkata: The City of Joy

A Day in Kolkata: Exploring Cafes and Culture

During my first full day in Kolkata, I took in the stirring city with tea at a local cafe. Cafe Aldo is located in Salt Lake, an outlying area of Kolkata. The small home-style cafe is quaint and lush with greenery at the entrance. The menu is robust and the service is friendly. It was … Continue reading A Day in Kolkata: Exploring Cafes and Culture