Kalighat Idol-makers

Kolkata (Calcutta)


There's a fascinating group of idol-makers' workshops where Kalighat Rd curves north from Hazra Rd. Figurines sculpted here are much smaller than those in Kumartuli, and are usually meant for festivals other than Durga Puja.


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