Marble Palace, Kolkata in Kolkata
Summer: 26 to 38° C (Very Hot)
Winter: 16 to 28° C (Cool)
Monsoon: June to September
Best time to visit:
October to March
Opening Time: 10:00 a.m.
Closing Time: :00 p.m.
Weekly Holiday: Mondays& Thursdays
Entry Fees for Indians
Adults: 15
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Entry Fees for Foreign Nationals
Adults:
15
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Ornamenting North Kolkata, Marble Palace is a spectacular creation from the nineteenth century. Constructed by Raja RajendraMullick in 1835, this palace enamours tourists through its gorgeous marble walls and shinning floors.
Marble Palace is one of the Kolkata’s best conserved attractions. In the backyard of the mansion, one can see a rich collection of western sculpture and Victorian furniture and artistic work by Indian and European artists.
A visit to Marble Palace will be a treat for animal lovers. Marble Palace Zoo is placed next to the palace. Although smaller in size, the zoo is believed to be the first one opened in the country. Primarily a bird sanctuary, the zoo is abode to species like hornbills, cranes, storks and peacocks. Other than bird species, the zoo also houses monkeys and several species of deer.
Tourists can visit other nearby places of interest like Diamond Harbour, Sunderbans Delta, Jaldapara Sanctuary and Shantiniketan etc.
Connectivites
Road:
State transport buses are available that connects Kolkata with nearby cities. Deluxe and semi-deluxe buses are also available to reach the palace.
Railway:
Howrah Railway Station (about 4 km.) is the nearest railhead to reach Marble Palace.This station is connected to major cities of the country like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore and many others.
Airway:
NetajiSubhash Chandra Bose International Airport (about 12 km.) is the nearest airport to reach Marble Palace. You can book a cab from airport to the mansion for convenient travelling.