kolkata city

                                   

City in India
Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is the capital of India's West Bengal state. Founded as an East India Company trading post, it was India's capital under the British Raj from 1773-1911. Today it’s known for its grand colonial architecture, art galleries and cultural festivals. It’s also home to Mother House, headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity, founded by Mother Teresa, whose tomb is on site.
Area: 185 km²
Weather: 26°C, Wind E at 5 km/h, 69% Humidity
Population: 4.573 million (2001) 
Mayor: Sovan Chatterjee