About Biswa Bangla Gate
Biswa Bangla Gate, also known as Kolkata Gate, is a 55-metre-high arch monument located at Narkelbagan crossing on Biswa Bangla Sarani in New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal. Built by HIDCO and inaugurated in 2019, it features a circular viewing gallery and restaurant suspended 25 metres above ground. Adorned with the Biswa Bangla logo, it offers panoramic views of New Town and serves as a symbolic gateway welcoming visitors to Kolkata.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a modern 55-metre arch spanning the road with a circular viewing gallery and restaurant suspended about 25 metres above ground, accessed by elevator. The gallery offers 360-degree panoramic views of New Town, Eco Park and the city skyline. Inside there is a curated restaurant serving Bengali and continental cuisine, photo opportunities with the Biswa Bangla logo, and illuminated night views. The ground level has a ticket counter and small Biswa Bangla souvenir area.
Key highlights
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55-metre-high iconic arch gateway over Biswa Bangla Sarani
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Circular viewing gallery at 25 metres height with 360-degree city views
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Hanging restaurant inside the gallery ring
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Illuminated Biswa Bangla logo and LED lighting at night
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Panoramic views of New Town, Eco Park and surrounding skyline
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Designed by HIDCO as symbolic gateway to New Town, Kolkata
History of Biswa Bangla Gate
Constructed by the West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation (HIDCO) and inaugurated on 2 February 2019, Biswa Bangla Gate was conceived as a gateway arch to the planned township of New Town. It was designed to promote the Biswa Bangla brand and showcase New Town as a modern urban centre.
Culture & Context
The gate displays the Biswa Bangla logo designed to represent Bengal's art, handicrafts and cultural identity. It has become a contemporary cultural landmark and symbol of West Bengal's global outreach, hosting visitors for city viewing and Bengali cuisine in its hanging restaurant.
Route
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