Birla Planetarium Kolkata
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This is the largest planetarium in the World near
the Government of India tourist office providing a
view of the stars and the solar system. For
enthusiasts of Astronomy this is a place not to be
missed. One of the largest in Asia, close to the
crossing of Theatre Road and Chowringhee Road, the
Birla planetarium is adjacent to the Maidan. The
planetarium is a single storeyed, circular structure
constructed in pure Indian architectural style. The
central dome has a diameter of 27m. shaped in
imitation of the Buddhist Stupa at Sanchi. The
central hall can accommodate 500 persons.
Interesting exhibits are the fine collections of
paintings, celestial models and busts of famous
astronomers that line the corridors. The gigantic
planetarium projector accessories comprise of 29000
parts and combine to portray on the inner ceiling of
the planetarium, the naked face of space, Stars,
planets and heavenly bodies. |
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Location |
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Close to the crossing of Theatre Road and
Chowringhee Road, the Birla planetarium is adjacent
to the Maidan. |
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Visiting Hours |
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Daily programs from 12 PM to 7 PM. in English,
Bengali and Hindi. There are shows in English every
day, but as times vary, check in advance. Closed on
Monday. |
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