The Rabindra Sarobar Lake in the south of Kolkata is a wonderful place for a waterfront run. There is a 4 km stone-paved path encircling the lake in a park-like setting, which is perfect for laps or a short run. Statues, museums, and gardens along the way keep the scenery interesting. Runners can begin at the Lake Gardens Metro Stop and follow the loop either clockwise or counter-clockwise around the lake. While in the area, runners can also check out the nearby Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple or the Lake Garden Graffiti Warehouse.
Add-On: Just north of the lake is Deshapriya Park, a small park with a jogging track that is 0.5 km around.
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The Rabindra Sarobar Lake in the south of Kolkata is a wonderful place for a waterfront run. There is a 4 km stone-paved path encircling the lake in a park-like setting, which is perfect for laps or a short run. Statues, museums, and gardens along the way keep the scenery interesting. Runners can begin at the Lake Gardens Metro Stop and follow the loop either clockwise or counter-clockwise around the lake. While in the area, runners can also check out the nearby Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple or the Lake Garden Graffiti Warehouse.
Add-On: Just north of the lake is Deshapriya Park, a small park with a jogging track that is 0.5 km around.
Maidan Park is a large green space along the Hooghly River, and one of the most popular places to run in Kolkata. Runners can also experience tourist attractions like the Victoria Memorial and Fort Williams.
Alipore is one of the best choices for a neighborhood run in Kolkata. Run the scenic paths around the National Library and the Agri Horticultural Society of India, or connect to Maidan Park for more mileage.
One of the best places to run in Kolkata is the Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden, which is famous for its giant “Great Banyan Tree.” We’ve mapped a 4.4 km perimeter loop on pleasantly wide paths, with more possible on interior paths
This park in the northeast of Kolkata has lots of interesting running along the lakefront and through its decorative gardens. We’ve mapped a 6.4 km loop.
The Salt Lake area, also known as Bidhannagar, is a great option for neighborhood running. The waterfront roads around Salt Lake and paths around the parks of the East Kolkata Wetlands make for a peaceful run with lots of options.
In east Kolkata, Patuli Jheel Park is a nice spot for a short but attractive run. There are wide paths, good lighting, a small lake, and fountains. There's also a replica of the Howrah Bridge, the Biswa Bangla globe, and statues.
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