West Bengal

West Bengal, in eastern India, is famed for its rich literary, cultural, and artistic heritage. Kolkata, its capital, was the former British colonial capital and is known for its colonial architecture, intellectual life, and festivals like Durga Puja. The Sundarbans mangrove forest, home to the Bengal tiger, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a biodiversity hotspot.

The state is the birthplace of luminaries like Rabindranath Tagore, India’s first Nobel laureate in literature, and Satyajit Ray, a legendary filmmaker. Bengali cuisine, literature, music, and theater thrive here with deep cultural roots. West Bengal’s blend of tradition, culture, and modern urban life makes it one of India’s most dynamic and influential states.