College Street

Kolkata · India

College Street

Known as Boi Para or the “Book Lane,” it’s lined with endless bookshops and the historic Coffee House, buzzing with intellectual charm.

Famous as Boi Para (Book Town), College Street is the world largest second-hand book market and the intellectual soul of Kolkata. Stretching between Ganesh Chandra Avenue and Mahatma Gandhi Road, it is lined with historic publishing houses and prestigious institutions like Calcutta University. The area is home to the iconic Indian Coffee House, where generations of scholars have debated politics and literature. It is an essential stop for bibliophiles seeking rare editions and academic treasures.

  • Address: College St, Lalbajar, Bowbazar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700073

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