The Botanical Gardens are a haven amidst the chaos of Kolkata. The most popular attraction is the 250-year-old ‘world’s largest banyan tree’.
Facts and Figures----------------– Also known as: Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden– Area: over 109 hectares– Number of specimen: about 12, 000– Founded: 1787– Founder: Colonel Robert Kyd
Great Banyan Tree at Botanical Garden----------------The most popular attraction is the 250-year-old ‘world’s largest banyan tree’.
Timing----------------Timing: 10 am to 5 pm, ( Mondays Closed)Time Required : 2-3 hrs
Best Time To Visit Botanical Gardens----------------The ideal time to visit is from October to March during the winter .
Tips For Visiting Botanical Gardens-----------------The Botanical Garden is a no plastic and no smoking zone.-Visitors are not allowed to carry food and drink into the gardens.
How to Reach----------------Bus stop - AJC Bose botanical garden gate.Nearest railway station - Shalimar railway station.