The best way to enjoy Durga Puja in Kolkata is to immerse yourself in the spirit of carnival cheer that takes over the city. You will find the streets filled with crowds, meandering their way through the lanes and bylanes, visiting aristocratic homes or the &lsquobondei bari&rsquo to the traditional &lsquobaroari&rsquo or neighbourhood celebrations. Many prefer to go on a walking tour at night when the illuminations transform the city into a fantasy land. This is also the time when everyone is eager to meet family and friends over meals, and eating out is a major part of the celebration.
