Diamond Harbour is a small riverside town in south 24 parganas of Kolkata, West Bengal. It is located on the banks of river Hooghly just before it ends its journey in the Bay of Bengal.
There are no ports here as a result you get to see an unending banks.
Previously the place was called Hajipur and was a stronghold for portugese pirates. The ruins of a Puarana Kella or Old fort can be found here which the locals believe were the proof of earlier settlements of East India Company before they ventured deep into the mainland Kolkata.
There are many resorts and hotels available near the river which offers many recreational activities. Perfect time to visit the place is winter , that is from November to January. You would not want to miss the local fish fries and juggery which are super tasty and super cheap!
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