Durga Puja 2024: 6 must-visit pandals in Kolkata that will make your jaw drop with their creativity

Durga Puja is celebrated to mark the triumph of?Goddess Durga over Mahishasura and the festivities are accompanied by enthralling puja pandals all over the country. But Durga Pujo holds a special place in the hearts of Kolkata residents and every year artists from West Bengal go above and beyond to create pandals that are no less than stunning masterpieces. If you are a resident or visiting the 'City of Joy' this festive season, be sure to keep these 6 creative pandals in your itinerary for your pandal-hopping excursion.

Must-visit Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata

1)?Rainwater conservation-inspired pandal, Salt Lake?

A Durga puja pandal which is also a lesson? Well say no more, this pandal at?Salt Lake is all about celebrating the festival while raising awareness about the rising problem of water scarcity along with a lesson in water conservation. The unique pandal features a tranquil waterfall and rhythmic water droplets to mimic the signature beats of? Pujor Dhaak.??

2) A replica of the Las Vegas Sphere,?Santosh Mitra Square

While last year the?Santosh Mitra Square pandal was transformed into Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, this year the artists have gone international! Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience and witness this pandal designed to replicate the?iconic Las Vegas Sphere complete with neon lights and decorations. What happens in Vegas is no longer staying in Vegas!

3) Metro Rail-inspired pandal,?Jagat Mukherjee Park

Are you a train enthusiast or fascinated by the Kolkata Metro Rail? If yes, then this pandal is a must-visit for you! Created at the?Jagat Mukherjee Park, this Durga Puja pandal is made to replicate life-size models of the iconic trains with unbelievable detailing. Offering a unique visual experience, this pandal gives a glimpse into the design of the country's first underwater rail.

4) A replica of?Varanasi Ghats,?Chetla

Want to experience the iconic Ganga Aarti in Varanasi but don't want to miss the festive vibe of Durga Puja? Organisers of this puja pandal at Chetla have got your back! A jaw-dropping replica of the ghats of Varanasi is created, complete with chants of Har Har Mahadev at this pandal. Transport yourself to the holy city and immerse yourself in its culture and heritage during a visit to this pandal.

5) Best-out-of-waste pandal,?Dakshin Para

In this time of rapid pollution, there is always a need for a sustainable approach and this Durga Puja pandal in?Dakshinpara hit the bullseye with their design. The unique pandal is crafted from waste materials and is a great display of creativity. The combined effort of eco-conscious residents, organisers and most importantly the artisans, emphasises their environmental responsibility through their use of waste metal sheets and tools at this pandal.

6) A 'green' Durga puja pandal,?Lalabagan

Championing sustainable architecture with its unique design, this Durga puja pandal at?Lalabagan includes nearly 8,000 live plants and is designed like a vertical garden. Acting as a green lung in the busy and polluted Kolkata city, the green pandal is designed to display the importance of plants and greenery while also highlighting the need to protect our planet.

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