Designed after the Staad-Haus (City Hall) at Ypres (Belgium), the Kolkata High Court's construction began in 1862. The historical significance of this impressive gothic building makes it one of the most important candidates for preservation as a heritage building. The red brick and stucco facade is adorned with foliated pillars and allegorical figures. The atmosphere within seems to evoke the ancient and majestic character of Imperial judicial system and its inescapable reach. Vaulted ceilings, long corridors, wooden paneling, oil paintings and the Bar Library make up parts of the interior still used as the premises of the highest judicial authority in West Bengal.

Administrative and Judicial Buildings

General Post Office

High Court

Metcalfe Hall

Raj Bhaban

Town Hall

Writers' Building

Heritage Tour

Academic Buildings

Bridges

Meeting Places and Old Neighbourhoods

Museums and Monuments

Parks

Religious Buildings

Residential Houses

Sports Arena and Clubs