SHAHEED MINAR
Dharmatala, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The Shaheed Minar, formerly known as the Ochterlony Monument, is in Kolkata that was erected in 1828 in memory of major-general Sir David Ochterlony, commander of the British East India Company, to commemorate both his successful defense of Delhi against the Marathas in 1804 and the victory of the East India Company’s armed forces over the Gurkhas in the Anglo-Nepalese War. The monument was constructed in his memory. It was designed by Parker and paid for from public funds. On 9 August 1969 it was rededicated to the memory of the martyrs of the Indian freedom movement and renamed the Shaheed Minar, which means martyrs monument in both Bengali and Hindi, by the then United Front Government in memory of the martyrs of the Indian independence movement.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Baripada Bus Stand |
1 KM | 9937387433 |
 Mewrol Railway Station |
2 KM | 139 |
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
20 KM | 03325118036 |
What to Carry
- Carry water bottles and food
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Dharmatala | 2 KM |
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