Mullik Ghat

Kolkata (Calcutta)


This bathing ghat has a great sunset view of Howrah Bridge. Access from Strand Rd is along the same footbridge that leads to the flower market. It gets very mucky through the day (especially if it rains), so tread carefully.


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