Lal Dighi

A large enough water body, spanning across 25 acres of land, Lal Dighi (literally translates into the Red Pond) is a lesser-known wonder of Kolkata that can have a charming effect on you. Earlier it was known as Dalhousie Square or Tank Square. The water body or tank is of historical significance because the surrounding area was also the place where the Battle of Lal Dighi was fought between Siraj-ud-Daulah and the British East India Company in 1756. The pond is said to have acquired the name during the festival of holi when the tank became red or crimson in colour.
Due to years of negligence the pond has lost its former charm and attracts very less crowd these days. However, one of the perks of a visit to the pond is a magnificent view of the Kolkata General Post Office (GPO), the Reserve Bank of India building and also the iconic Writers Building. The state government has also been pumping in money to renovate the area and restore it as a tourist attraction. Take a trip down history or capture the panoramic views of the city’s skyline—a tour of Lal Dighi will fill you with a sense of wonder.