The name was changed from Calcutta in 2000. Most of our images of Kolkata are based on mother Teresa's work. It is in reality a diverse city. (I'm writing this on lunch break so not much time.)
Mother Teresa's first home. Started with 6 rupees ($.10) We were able to go in and see all, but no pictures allowed. We saw novices as well as sisters, and volunteers from many parts of the world. There was a women's section and a men's section. Most beds were empty because with new anti biotics they have fewer dying patients and are more a place for homeless who leave during the daytime.
Front of Mother Teresa's first home
Kali temple - No pictures allowed near it but we did go in. There is a ceremony where Hindu bring their babies when they are 21 days old for a special ceremony and blessing. We got to witness that.
Rickshaws brought by the Chinese but now run by Indians, will be banned next year as inhumane . We debated but decided these men need the money and so many will be out of jobs next year.
St Paul's Anglican Cathedral. Victorian Gothic
No photo's allowed inside
Some Muslim weddings are held at the cathedral. Very expensive but spacious and can be well decorated
This lovely group of women were on the steps of the Cathedral. I showed them each the picture after taking it
Picture of a picture of Christmas midnight Mass
President of the state (Bengal) house
Wedding cart
Women's golf course
Contemporary streets and buildings
Cricket stadium
House of Justice - British colonial architecture
St John's Anglican Church
St Andrews Scottish (Presbyterian) church
Modern Blvd.
Kolkata has 15 million residents. Lots of growth and new infrastructure.
I love the picture of you in a rickshaw, Janis :-)
ReplyDeleteFantastic photos all around. Thank you.