Kumartuli, the Potters' Quarterकुमारटुली
The lanes of north Kolkata where Durga idols are made. Busiest before Durga Puja.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereKolkata, West Bengal
Kolkata and the Gangetic plain
Kolkata and the Gangetic plain
Kind of placeVillages & Hidden Gems, Weekend Getaways
Best time to visit1 August to 15 October
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November)
DifficultyEasy
Height8 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyKolkata, Kolkata
EntryFree · ask before photos
About Kumartuli, the Potters' Quarter
A cramped, busy lane of potters in north Kolkata where clay idols of Durga and other gods are made by hand, on bamboo and straw frames. Work is at its peak from August to the Durga Puja in the autumn, and the artists paint the eyes of the goddess on Mahalaya. It is a good place for photos, but ask before you click, and avoid rain and a big crowd. Go on a weekday morning.
What to see and do
- Clay idols made by hand
- Busiest from August to October
- Mahalaya eye painting
- Ask before photos
- Weekday mornings are best
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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