KOLKATA -- The capital of West Bengal state, and seat of British India until 1911, Kolkata pulses with art, intellect and history. Nestled on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the city has long been a fertile ground for filmmakers, thinkers and creative folk.
The yellow Ambassador taxis are one of the most recognizable sights on Kolkata’s streets. (All artwork by Shikha Shah)
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Two days in Kolkata through the eyes of a watercolor artist
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