Barrackpore

Barrackpore is a famous city and a municipality of urban Kolkata of North 24 Pargana district of West Bengal.

Barrackpore is also known as Barraikpur, and it was the first place where Britishers set up their cantonment and later spread their rules in India. Barrackpore has a substantial historical significance, and it also houses some of the most mesmerizing and green parks, which are perfect to spend some leisure time.

Many beautiful temples also situated in Barrackpore that will purge the soul of visitors and invite positive vibes.

If you want to take a break from the hustle-bustle of city life, then you should visit Barrackpore, and by visiting this place, you will also get to know about one of the foremost chapters in the history of India.

This place is also famous because the first British barrack built here in 1772. Two large revolts took place in Barrackpore in the 19th century for attaining Independence.

There are many good places to visit in Barrackpore, including Mangle Pandey Park, Gandhi Museum, Tarakeshwar temple, Bartholomew Cathedral, Kali temple, Jawahar Kunja Garden, Gandhi Ghat, Nishan Ghat, and many more.

You can also enjoy boating in Barrackpore, as boating facilities are available at this place, and this place is an ideal picnic spot with family and friends.