Chandannagar is a place of traditional rituals. The name Chandannagar is derived from shape of Ganga, which is bent like a half moon. Chandannagar is hugely famous for Jagadhatri Puja,
It is a small city that is located in the Hooghly district of the state of West Bengal. The city is a former French colony and it is situated close to the city of Kolkata. Chandannagar has indescribable beauty.
Chandannagar has maintained a unique blend of culture and heritage for over a period of 300 years. The town has its own unique set of characteristics and it is an interesting place to visit. There are several tourist spots that can be seen in and around the town and these include picnic spots, temples, churches and museums.
The Chandannagar Strand is a popular tourist site and this is situated on the banks of the River Ganga. The place is line with trees and the walkway is well paved. Many tourists visit the place to engage in activities such as walking and one can experience a cool breeze from the river.
The Chandannagar Museum is an old museum and this is worth the visit. The museum has an interesting collection antiques that belong to the colonial period and these include a few cannons and some pieces rare wood furniture. The 200 year old Sacred Heart Church and the ruins of the Church of St Louis are worth visiting. The Nandaulal Temple is an ancient religious site and you can see several wall paintings and sculptures in the place.
Today Chandannagar has become much more beautiful and evergreen.
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