Jorasanko Thakur Bari, also known as the Jorasanko Tagore House, is the ancestral home of the Tagore family in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It holds immense historical and cultural significance as the birthplace of Rabindranath Tagore, the Nobel laureate poet. The house showcases traditional Bengali architecture and has been preserved as a museum. Visitors can explore artifacts, paintings, manuscripts, and personal belongings of the Tagore family, gaining insights into their lifestyle and contributions to literature and art. Morning visits to Jorasanko Thakur Bari provide a more intimate experience with fewer crowds, allowing visitors to absorb the rich cultural heritage of the Tagore family. Nearby attractions include the Jorasanko Cemetery and Rabindra Bharati University.
The ancestral home of the Tagore family in Kolkata
Address: Ganesh Talkies, 267, Rabindra Sarani, Raja Katra, Singhi Bagan, Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal 700007, India
Opening hours: lunedì: Chiuso, martedì: 10:30–16:30, mercoledì: 10:30–16:30, giovedì: 10:30–16:30, venerdì: 10:30–16:30, sabato: 10:30–16:30, domenica: 10:30–16:30.
