AGRI HORTICULTURE SOCIETY OF INDIA
Alipore, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The Agri Horticultural Society of India was founded in 1820 by William Carey on the Alipore Road, Kolkata. It has a flower garden, greenhouses, a research laboratory and a library. It houses a massive collection of plants and flowers. It has a significant collection of botanical varieties, including Cannas for which it has a long and distinguished tradition, with facilities for gardeners and plant/flower lovers. Courses on gardening and cultivation of certain species are offered to the general public from time to time.
Suggested time duration
3 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do enjoy the vast collection of Trees and Plants of the Sanctuary.
- Do not play any audio-system or musical instrument inside the Sanctuary.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 06:00 PM | 10 | 5 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Parnasree Bus Stand |
6 KM | 03322488023 |
 Kidderpore Railway Station |
4 KM | 139 |
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
24 KM | 913325118036 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Alipore | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
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Classic example of the Bengali architectural style
NIPPONZAN MYOHOJI BUDDHIST TEMPLE
The temple was founded by Nichidatsu Fujii
DAKSHINESWAR KALI TEMPLE
Construction of Dakshineswar temple was initiated in 1847, it was completed in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni
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Rope WaySCIENCE CITY ROPEWAY
Surrounding skyline filled with quite some upcoming skyscrapers
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