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Bengali Culture & Lifestyle, Bengali Lifestyle

The 14th Parbon of the Bengalis – The Kolkata Book Fair

According to a recent Hindu article, Kolkata Book fair 2021 may be held in June, once the situation stabilizes. But this isn’t the first time that the event is canceled! In the meanwhile, the districts are organizing mini book fairs for avid readers. But, how fulfilling are they? A Bengali proverb goes like this – “Bangalir Baro Maashey Tero Parbon” which means the Bengalis celebrate … Continue reading The 14th Parbon of the Bengalis – The Kolkata Book Fair

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Bengali Culture & Lifestyle, Places In & Around West Bengal

College Street Boipara – Hosting Book Fairs Everyday

College Street, Kolkata, situated in the heart of the city is a 1.5 km long street where bookfairs take place every day. Back in 1817 David Hare had established the Hindu College (now known as Presidency University) with support of a few eminent figures of Bengali and European Communities respectively. In honor to the college,the then governor general Lord Wellesley, who introduced the construction of … Continue reading College Street Boipara – Hosting Book Fairs Everyday

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