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New app to revive 19th century Kolkata
November 30 (TravelAndy): A new smartphone app called Timescape Kolkata is set to provide users an experience of the nineteenth century charm of the City of Joy.
The app is pre-installed with hundred geographical points of interest including Victoria Memorial, National Library and others from across the city.
When a user points his phone camera to an enlisted location, the app coordinates with the GPS of the phone and immediately generates a 19th century photograph of the heritage. Continue reading New app to revive 19th century Kolkata
‘New’ Victoria Memorial sets 2017 date
July 23 (TravelAndy): The iconic Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata is undergoing an elaborate makeover and intends to open in all its glory to visitors by March 2017, said reports.
After the renovation, it will serve as an open cultural space, allowing visitors access to parts which are not open to the public now.
This makeover will transform this Kolkata landmark into a unique combination of heritage, architecture and museum, Victoria Memorial Hall curator, Jayanta Sengupta told PTI. Continue reading ‘New’ Victoria Memorial sets 2017 date