Kolkata to Berlin

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.

Located in north-eastern Germany on the river Spree, Berlin is the capital city of Germany and is also Germany's largest city. Remnants of the earliest settlements of during 11th century still can be seen here. Over the decades, Berlin has become popular for its monuments and peculiar landmarks which provide a deep insight into history the town has lived. Berlin has a temperate oceanic climate with warm summers and moderate rainfall. Berlin is a land with diverse array of architecture that includes buildings of different eras and periods. Berlin is famous for its varied attractions. Alexanderplatz is a site which interweaves the centuries of social, political and architectural histories. Berliner Dom and Bradenburger Tor are two other famous landmarks of Berlin. There are also certain landmarks where art and entertainment dwells, like Berlin's biggest show, Chamaleon Theatre, East Side Gallery and the likes. Berlin has a multitude of museums where one can view pieces of contemporary art, antiquity, and artefacts of modern classics. Few famous are Deutsches Hostorisches Museum, DDR Museum, Altes Museum, The National Museum and Pergamon Museum. Berlin is a city of clubs due to the presence of large number of clubs with each one of them having their unique appeal. Adagio displays air of bygone epochs, Bassy Cowboy Club besweaks country wild-style, Bohannon Club gives you soul music, Cascade Club takes you to the world of disco, Havanna Club with four distinct dance floors & seven bars- all these form the vibrant nightlife of Berlin. Shop addicts will never have a moment of dullness in Berlin. With its wide range of traditional and new departmental stores, shopping malls, designer shops, flea & antique markets, bargain stores and small handicraft manufactures, you will have a lots of things to bag. Europa-Center Berlin, Porsche Design Store Berlin, Stilwerk, Potsdamer Platz Arkaden, Alexa Shopping Mall, Galeries Lafayette and Das Schloss-The Castle are few favourite shoppers' paradisiacal spots. When it comes to accommodation options, Berlin has comfortable, affordable and luxurious hotels to offer. There are well furnished hotels, expensive luxury hotels, affordable holiday apartment, cheap pensions with bed & breakfast, hostels and camping available easily to accommodate the visitors as per their preference and budget. Berlin is a beautiful city to visit. Spend your summer vacation in the cool and pleasant climate of Berlin. Book tickets online to Berlin on MakeMyTrip.com. MakeMyTrip is India's leading travel portal, where you can organize your trip in the best possible and affordable way. Get online cheap flight tickets, choicest of accommodation options, affordable car rentals, safe tour guides and so much more. Your trip to Berlin is just few clicks away from you.