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Princep Ghat railway station (PPGT) is a small station in Kolkata, West Bengal, located near the iconic Princep Ghat and the Vidyasagar Setu (Howrah Bridge). The station has two platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms and ticket counters. The station is a popular starting point for exploring the historic and cultural attractions of Kolkata. Tourism**Kalighat Kali Temple** - A sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. **Dakshineswar Kali Temple** - A renowned temple on the banks of the Ganges River, dedicated to Goddess Kali. **Belur Math** - The headquarters of the Ramakrishna Mission, a Hindu monastic order. **Howrah Bridge** - An iconic landmark and a popular tourist spot offering stunning views of the city. **Victoria Memorial** - A grand marble building dedicated to Queen Victoria, a popular attraction for its architectural beauty and historical significance. Food**The Calcutta Club** - A renowned eatery serving traditional Bengali vegetarian dishes. **6 Ballygunge Place** - Offers a wide variety of vegetarian options in a stylish setting. **The Bhojohori Manna** - A popular spot for authentic Bengali vegetarian cuisine. **The Koshe Kosha** - A vegetarian restaurant known for its delicious curries. **The Flury's** - A classic bakery and tea room with a selection of vegetarian pastries and snacks. | ||
Station AddressNear Princep Ghat and VidyaSagar Setu, Strand Road Ph;033-22131363 , Kolkata-700021 State: West Bengal Elevation: 7 m above sea level Type: Regular Category: n/aZone: ER/Eastern Division: Sealdah No Recent News for PPGT/Princep Ghat Nearby Stations in the News | Number of Platforms: 2 Number of Halting Trains: 0 Number of Originating Trains: 0 Number of Terminating Trains: 0 | 0 Follows Rating: 3.8/5 (23 votes) cleanliness - good (3) porters/escalators - average (2) food - good (3) transportation - excellent (3) lodging - average (3) railfanning - good (3) sightseeing - excellent (3) safety - good (3) |