Founded in 1814 at the cradle of the Asiatic Society of Bengal (at the present building of the Asiatic Society, 1 Park Street, Kolkata), Indian Museum is the earliest and the largest multipurpose Museum not only in the Indian subcontinent but also in the Asia-Pacific region of the world.

In 1867 the foundation of the present building of the Indian Museum was thus laid on the finest site of Chowringhee in front of small Cause Court. In 1875, the present Museum building on Chowringhee, designed by W. L. Grandville was completed. From 1814 to 1878 the museum was at the Asiatic Society of Park Street, Kolkata. After the completion of the construction of the new building at Chowringhee Road, the Society Museum was shifted from the Asiatic Society to the present building and it was thrown open to the public with two galleries on 1 April 1878. The Archaeology gallery and bird gallery of the Zoological Section had been declared open to public in the present building.
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If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Park Street Cemetery and Camac Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city.

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Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.

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New Town is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mother's Wax Museum and New Town Eco Park.

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Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kolkata's Taltala neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Sudder Street and New Market as part of your Taltala travel plans.

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Explore Taltala's landmarks such as Missionaries of Charity's Mother House, Asiatic Society and Metropolitan Building and learn about the local history. You could also plan a visit to Sudder Street or New Market while you're in the neighbourhood. Jahan Kosha Cannon, Indian Museum and Shahid Minar are just a few of the places to visit in and around Taltala. While you're out sightseeing in Kolkata, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Harrington Street Arts Centre or Park Street Cemetery.

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Ready to get out and explore the city? Esplanade Station is the closest metro station.

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