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South Dum Dum
The Northern Suburbs of Kolkata cover the large urbanised industrial area to the north of the city, which includes Baguiati, Baranagar, Belgachia, Birati, Chitpur, Cossipore, Dakshineswar, Dum Dum, Lake Town, Nagerbazar, Paikpara and Sinthee.
South Dum Dum at a Glance
Why South Dum Dum?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Boat Museum
- Calcutta Jain Temple
- Adyapeath Temple
- Geology Museum
- Sri Sarada Math
- Panchavati
South Dum Dum at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Boat Museum: Boat Museum is a public museum dedicated to the history of boats in the Bengal region. Located in the Institute of Cultural Research in Kankurgachi, Kolkata, it is India's first museum dedicated to understanding boats, indigenous boat-making, and their heritage.
- Calcutta Jain Temple: Kolkata Jain Temple (also known as Parshwanath Temple) is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple at Badridas Temple Street, Gouribari in Maniktala and a major tourist attraction of Kolkata, India. The temple construction in 1867 was paid for by philanthropist Rai Badridas Bahadoor Mookim.
- Adyapeath Temple: A three-pinnacled temple dedicated to goddess Adya, and the centre of a major religious controversy. It is said that Annada Thakur received a divine command that goddess Adya was buried under the Eden Gardens for thousands of years.
- Geology Museum: Houses the fossil of the dinosaur species Barapasaurus tagorei native to India, with a life-sized replica skeleton on display.
- Sri Sarada Math: Daily ritual worships are performed here by the nuns. The birthdays of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda, and other personalities are celebrated in this nunnery, besides the Hindu festivals.
- Panchavati: A complex of trees consisting of banyan, peepal, neem, amla and woodapple trees. This is where Ramakrishna performed his advaitic sādhonā in 1865.
Things to Do
- Cossipore Club: Cossipore Club is worth a visit while in South Dum Dum.
- Sinthee More Ground: Hosts various local events throughout the year, including "Ajanta Circus" every winter.
- Tala Lake Park: A parcel of greenery within the area's hustle.
- Narayani Cinema: Narayani Cinema is worth a visit while in South Dum Dum.
- Sonali Cinema: Sonali Cinema is worth a visit while in South Dum Dum.
- Dum Dum Park Bharat Chakra: Dum Dum Park Bharat Chakra is worth a visit while in South Dum Dum.
Sightseeing Places
- Boat Museum: Boat Museum is a public museum dedicated to the history of boats in the Bengal region. Located in the Institute of Cultural Research in Kankurgachi, Kolkata, it is India's first museum dedicated to understanding boats, indigenous boat-making, and their heritage.
- Calcutta Jain Temple: Kolkata Jain Temple (also known as Parshwanath Temple) is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple at Badridas Temple Street, Gouribari in Maniktala and a major tourist attraction of Kolkata, India. The temple construction in 1867 was paid for by philanthropist Rai Badridas Bahadoor Mookim.
- Adyapeath Temple: A three-pinnacled temple dedicated to goddess Adya, and the centre of a major religious controversy. It is said that Annada Thakur received a divine command that goddess Adya was buried under the Eden Gardens for thousands of years.
- Geology Museum: Houses the fossil of the dinosaur species Barapasaurus tagorei native to India, with a life-sized replica skeleton on display.
- Sri Sarada Math: Daily ritual worships are performed here by the nuns. The birthdays of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda, and other personalities are celebrated in this nunnery, besides the Hindu festivals.
- Panchavati: A complex of trees consisting of banyan, peepal, neem, amla and woodapple trees. This is where Ramakrishna performed his advaitic sādhonā in 1865.
Temples
- Calcutta Jain Temple: Kolkata Jain Temple (also known as Parshwanath Temple) is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple at Badridas Temple Street, Gouribari in Maniktala and a major tourist attraction of Kolkata, India. The temple construction in 1867 was paid for by philanthropist Rai Badridas Bahadoor Mookim.
- Adyapeath Temple: A three-pinnacled temple dedicated to goddess Adya, and the centre of a major religious controversy. It is said that Annada Thakur received a divine command that goddess Adya was buried under the Eden Gardens for thousands of years.
- Pathbari Temple: A place where Chaitanya Mahaprabhu set his foot on his way to Puri in the early 16th century.
- Rani Rashmoni Temple: The shrine dedicated to Rani Rashmoni, the founder of the temple.
Places That Define South Dum Dum
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Boat Museum
Boat Museum is a public museum dedicated to the history of boats in the Bengal region. Located in the Institute of Cultural Research in Kankurgachi, Kolkata, it is India's first museum dedicated to understanding boats, indigenous boat-making, and their heritage.
Calcutta Jain Temple
Kolkata Jain Temple (also known as Parshwanath Temple) is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple at Badridas Temple Street, Gouribari in Maniktala and a major tourist attraction of Kolkata, India. The temple construction in 1867 was paid for by philanthropist Rai Badridas Bahadoor Mookim.
Adyapeath Temple
A three-pinnacled temple dedicated to goddess Adya, and the centre of a major religious controversy. It is said that Annada Thakur received a divine command that goddess Adya was buried under the Eden Gardens for thousands of years.
Geology Museum
Houses the fossil of the dinosaur species Barapasaurus tagorei native to India, with a life-sized replica skeleton on display.
Sri Sarada Math
Daily ritual worships are performed here by the nuns. The birthdays of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda, and other personalities are celebrated in this nunnery, besides the Hindu festivals.
Panchavati
A complex of trees consisting of banyan, peepal, neem, amla and woodapple trees. This is where Ramakrishna performed his advaitic sādhonā in 1865.
Pathbari Temple
A place where Chaitanya Mahaprabhu set his foot on his way to Puri in the early 16th century.
Mahamilan Math
The Annapurna Temple and the Omkarnath Temple are two attractions here.
Rani Rashmoni Temple
The shrine dedicated to Rani Rashmoni, the founder of the temple.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 7 km from South Dum Dum.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Patipukur railway station, about 1 km from central South Dum Dum.
- By Road: The two main roads leading into the area from Kolkata are Barrackpore Trunk Road and Jessore Road (NH 34). Jessore Road is linked with the junction point of NH 2 and NH 6 at Dankuni via Belghoria Expressway across Nivedita Setu.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in South Dum Dum (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–34°C with about 176 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in South Dum Dum (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 415 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in South Dum Dum (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 69 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in South Dum Dum (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 16–27°C with about 4 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: The Northern Suburbs of Kolkata cover the large urbanised industrial area to the north of the city, which includes Baguiati, Baranagar, Belgachia, Birati, Chitpur, Cossipore, Dakshineswar, Dum Dum, Lake Town, Nagerbazar, Paikpara and Sinthee.
- Overview: The Northern Suburbs of Kolkata cover the large urbanised industrial area to the north of the city, which includes Baguiati, Baranagar, Belgachia, Birati, Chitpur, Cossipore, Dakshineswar, Dum Dum, Lake Town, Nagerbazar, Paikpara and Sinthee. The once flourishing manufacturing belt still has some units working well, but the industrial area as a whole is no more in the pink of health. Nonetheless, the Northern Suburbs are home to the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, a popular pilgrimage site in West Bengal and is considere
- Modern History: In 1870, Dum Dum was divided into two parts named as South Dum Dum and North Dum Dum. Though South Dum Dum Municipality was established on 3rd July, 1870. Clive House on Rastraguru Avenue in Nagerbazar is mired in controversy. It is thought of as the first pucca brick and cement building in North Kolkata area and was possibly built by the Portuguese.
The Sacred Heart of South Dum Dum
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Significance
In recent years, the multiple high budget most elaborate and innovative theme Durga Puja of Kolkata organised by various organizations like Sreebhumi Sporting Club, Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha, Dum Dum Park Bharat Chakra, Dum Dum Park Tarun Dal, Dum Dum Park Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samity, Dum Dum Park Yubak Brinda, Lake Town Adhibasi Brindo, Netaji Sporting Club Lake Town, Dakshinpara Durgotsab committee and others draw several visitors to the area during Durga Puja.
Spiritual Significance
In recent years, the multiple high budget most elaborate and innovative theme Durga Puja of Kolkata organised by various organizations like Sreebhumi Sporting Club, Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha, Dum Dum Park Bharat Chakra, Dum Dum Park Tarun Dal, Dum Dum Park Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samity, Dum Dum Park Yubak Brinda, Lake Town Adhibasi Brindo, Netaji Sporting Club Lake Town, Dakshinpara Durgotsab committee and others draw several visitors to the area during Durga Puja.
Pilgrimage Traditions
In 1870, Dum Dum was divided into two parts named as South Dum Dum and North Dum Dum. Though South Dum Dum Municipality was established on 3rd July, 1870.
Frequently Asked Questions
South Dum Dum is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 7 km away. The nearest railway station is Patipukur railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Boat Museum, Calcutta Jain Temple, Adyapeath Temple, Geology Museum, Sri Sarada Math and Panchavati.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 26°C to 35°C over the year, with about 2051 mm of rain in total.
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