North Kolkata encompasses the northern part of Kolkata, including the city's oldest neighborhoods. [1] [2]
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Notable areas within North Kolkata include Shyambazar, Bagbazar, Girish Park, Kumartuli, Shobhabazar, Jorasanko, Pathuriaghata, Maniktala, Kankurgachi, Ultadanga, Belgachia, Dum Dum, Sinthee, Cossipore and Baranagar. [3] This region is known for its old heritage buildings and temples, such as the Sovabazar Rajbari. [4] Due to its rich cultural heritage, it is commonly referred to as "Babu Kolkata". [5]
North Kolkata is home to several palatial structures, including Pathuriaghata Ghosh Bari, Laha Bari and Thakur Bari. [6] This area also houses the main campuses of several universities, including the University of Calcutta, Presidency University, The Sanskrit College and University and Rabindra Bharati University. It features major railway junctions like Dum Dum Junction and metro stations. [7]
