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College Street (Boi Para), Kolkata (Calcutta)

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Bookstores of all sizes flank College Street (Boi Para), offering good reads in many languages and across a range of genres. You can find rare and out-of-print books here at lower prices than almost anywhere else in the country. The street is also home to an iconic coffee house, which has served as a hub for some of India's brightest intellectuals for many decades. Add College Street (Boi Para) to your Kolkata (Calcutta) travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Kolkata (Calcutta) day trip app.
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  • By rana_gly
    The history of College Street dates back to the British era. Within a span of 1 sqare kilometer there are more educational institutes than anywhare else in India, including Hindu School, Hare...  more »
  • By Pritam2613
    The largest wholesale / retail book market in Asia. There is no such book which you will not get here. Also the discounts offered are the best. This place is just heaven for all book lovers.  more »
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