India to Marseille

Kolkata is one of the oldest cities in India which is known for its deep rooted culture and rich historical backdrops. Placed on the banks of Hooghly River, this ancient city was earlier called as 'Calcutta'. Due to its historical past, the city is awarded as ‘Cultural Capital of India’, 'the City of Processions' and 'City of Joy'. Kolkata is the capital city of Indian state of West Bengal and has also served as the capital of the country until 1911. The metropolis is known for two major things, one is 'Communist stronghold' and other is the madness for cricket. Kolkata is famous as the birthplace of many famous personalities like Rabindranath Tagore (the noblest) and Satyajit Ray (the Bharat Ratan). The city also has deep values for Catholics and other communities as Mother Teresa took her last breath here. Moving in and around the city, you will get a glimpse of India's past and present through its architectural buildings. To add more memorable moments in your life, Kolkata has many beautiful and breathtaking places in the way of Fort William, Victoria Memorial, Eden Gardens (Stadium), Birla Planetarium, Howrah Bridge, Marble Palace, Writer's Building, Nicco Park, Saheed Minar and National Library. Beside its attractions, Kolkata is also famous for its variety of lip smacking foods and warm hospitality. If you are a shopping freak, then, you can find number of markets to buy some traditional things. The fish market near the beautiful Hooghly River is quite famous not just in India but also throughout the world. A visit to the city during Durga Puja will enhance your enjoyment. The months from October to March are considered as the best period to visit the city as during this time, the climate remains pleasant. Being one of the largest cities in India, Kolkata is well connected to different parts of world. You can book your flight tickets to Kolkata from any corner of the world via MakeMyTrip.com which is a leading travel portal. Here on this dedicated portal, you can also enjoy some heavy discounts on your bookings.

The second most populated city of France, Marseille is among the elite urban areas of the country. The city has the biggest Mediterranean port and is also the economic centre of the Province-Alpes-cote d'azur region. The place is especially for the people yearning to find new places and new people. From coulourful market places, the Calanques, the panier area, to the Vieuxx-port, the city has a lot to offer to all its visitors. You can easily reach the place, by catching a flight to the Marseille-Provence International Airport, which is about 30 km from Marseille. There are other ways of transport, such as train, buses, boats and taxis, which connect the beautiful city to the nearby places. There are multiple locations which attract the tourists towards its charm, some of them include: le Vieux Port, Notre Dame de la Garde, Musée des Docks romains, Musée d'Archéologie méditerranéenne, le Cours Julien and la plaine, la Corniche, and la Place Castellane. One can enjoy the cultural events of the city and indulge oneself in different festivals, like Avec le Temps, La Fête Bleue, La Fête du Panier, Le FDAmM or Festival de Danse et des Arts Multiples de Marseille, and La Fiesta Des Suds. The city has a moderate night-life and there are small bars and places, which provide optimum satisfaction to the tourists. Mainly focused on fish and seafood, the food at Marseille, is delicious and offers multiple cuisines to the visitors. Some of the reputed names offering delicious food and one can also find budget friendly hotels and restaurants at the city. While, planning about the destination is important but there are other things that need to be put at the fore-front. MakeMyTrip lends an easy hand to all its clients, by providing them beneficial deals and catering to their needs and desires. The site also provides detailed information on the destination, with easy online ticket booking facilities. There are also ways to book proper accommodation for yourself. One can also gather information about the National/ International car rentals, depending upon the choice of the destination.