East India has a strong ethnic culture and religious roots. Comprising the eastern most cities namely Odisha, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand. Kolkata, known as the Cultural Capital of India, is the largest city of East Indian region. Located in the state of West Bengal, it boasts 19th-century architectural marvels such as Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge. The narrow alleyways and markets blend well with the ancient temples, science centers, and educational institutions giving Kolkata a metropolitan character. West Bengal is also famous for its beautiful hill stations – Darjeeling, Siliguri, and Kalimpong.