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South Park Cemetery, Kolkata
South Park Cemetery: One of the best places to visit in Kolkata
Entry Fee & Ticket
Indians ₹20/–, Foreigners ₹50/–, Children below ~3 yrs Free
Opening Time & Days
The South Park Cemetery is open every day for visitors South Park Cemetery opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Best Time to Visit
January, February, March, April
Place visit with
Friends, Siblings, Youngsters
Place Type
Park & Garden, Nature Sites and Parks
Official Info
N/A
Nearest Metro Station
About South Park Cemetery
South Park Street Cemetery is located on Mother Teresa Sarani, Kolkata, India. Park Street Cemetery was one of the oldest non-church cemeteries in the world, first opened in 1767 in a swampy area, the cemetery was in use until about 1830 and is now a heritage site protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The cemetery was opened to ease the pressure on the old cemetery in the heart of the city.
Architecture of South Park Cemetery
The tombs are a mix of Gothic and the rich flavour of the Indo-Saracenic style. Among the Indo-Saracenic tombs is a unique and composite brick structure built in the 'panchyatana' manner, with a central dome flanked by miniature replicas of Orissan 'rekha deul' on four sides.
Interesting facts about South Park Cemetery
- The cemetery is very well maintained and has huge pavilions adorned with tall green trees and monuments to the dead.
- Most of the tombs in South Park Street Cemetery are aesthetically beautiful and very attractive.
- The tall graves, shady trees and the relative quietness form the bustles of the city makes it a great place to visit for a leisurely stroll.
- You can spend a few hours here wandering this Beautiful & Peaceful place. Lots of history & stories to see Very interesting.
- It is one of the largest burial grounds and a heritage site in Kolkata and maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.
How to reach South Park Cemetery
South Park Cemetery FAQs:
𝒜. It is located at 52, Park Street, Opp Assembly Of God Church, Kolkata, Kolkata.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the South Park Cemetery: South Park Cemetry is open from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm all days in week. No entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit South Park Cemetery during January, February, March, April months for best experience.
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