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Marquis Street, Kolkata: History, Location, How to reach, Connectivity, Why Street Famous, Best time to visit, Interesting Fact and FAQ
Marquis Street is a small street in Central Kolkata‘s New Market area (PIN 700016), near Esplanade and Dharmatala. It is known mainly as a budget accommodation and commercial lane, not a tourist landmark.
Marquis Street : Details Guide
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Area | New Market / Colootola / Dharmatala, Central Kolkata |
| Postal code | 700016 |
| Nearest metro | Esplanade (the area is also close to Park Street) |
| Nearby landmark | The Oberoi Grand, about 0.6 km away |
| Nearby street | Mirza Ghalib Street (old Free School Street) |
| Maintained by | Kolkata Municipal Corporation (the city body that maintains Kolkata’s streets) |
| Length | Not found |
| Speed limit/toll | None specific. It’s an ordinary city lane |
History
- Another street name appears in the same area: Mustaque Ahmed Lane is described as the former Marquis Street, near its junction with Mirza Ghalib Street. I couldn’t confirm whether today’s Marquis Street is the same road, a different stretch, or a separate lane.
- I couldn’t find a trustworthy source for who or what it was named after. Most results were about a Marquis Street in Belfast, which is unrelated.
- The area around it was part of the colonial-era Chowringhee district, where many streets were later renamed.
Location
- It is in the New Market area, just off the Chowringhee–Esplanade stretch. It is in the same neighbourhood as Mirza Ghalib Street, Sudder Street and Park Street.
How to reach and connectivity
- Metro: Esplanade is the nearest station, and Park Street is also close.
- Road: It is a short walk from the New Market area and the Chowringhee/Jawaharlal Nehru Road side.
- Rail: Chowringhee is also served by suburban stations such as Eden Gardens and Sealdah.
Why the street is known
- The listings I found show budget hotels and small offices here, which suits its place in the busy New Market area.
- Its nearness to New Market, the Oberoi Grand and Park Street makes it a convenient base for visitors.
Best time to visit
- Generally, Kolkata is most pleasant from about November to February. That’s a general guide, not specific to this street.
- Late mornings to evenings suit the New Market shopping area.
Interesting facts
- Mustaque Ahmed Lane, listed as old Marquis Street, shows how Kolkata renamed many colonial-era streets after Indian figures.
- The nearby Mirza Ghalib Street was Free School Street until it was renamed.
FAQ
Is there a toll, entry fee or speed limit?
No, it’s a normal city street.
How long is it?
I couldn’t find a figure.
Is Marquis Street the same as Mustaque Ahmed Lane?
One source calls Mustaque Ahmed Lane the old Marquis Street, but the name is still in use for a street in New Market. I couldn’t confirm how the two relate.
What is it named after?
I couldn’t find a reliable answer.
