Kolkata is the 2nd largest city of India, which is also a cosmopolitan city. It is located on the banks of Hooghly River. Kolkata city is an exceptional portrayal of architectural testaments and fortresses of historic significance, hence acknowledged as "The City of Palaces" also. A 17th century town, Kolkata is not an old city but it is the expansionist dreams of the British when they have preferred it for their trade settlements. This huge cosmopolitan city is a base to a lot of shopaholics. Some of the shopping malls are briefed below:

South City Mall

The South City Mall is on a same level with the shopping malls in any modern city in the world- in size and in its magnificence. Right from designer items to sports items, all of the top brands from across the globe are available there. Located in South City, the most happening neighborhood of Kolkata, South City Mall is spread across a whopping 360, 000 sq ft. the unique selling proposition of this mall is that it is one of the biggest of its kind in the city, multi level car parking and the layout. There is absolutely no item that you won’t be able to find in this gigantic mall. Some of the specialty restaurants are Mainland China, Zara and Flame ‘N’ Grill.

Address: 375, Prince Anwar Shah Road, Jodhpur Park Kolkata, West Bengal – 68.

Forum Mall

Located at the heart of Elgin Road, Forum Mall is Kolkata’s 1st shopping center and the 1st shopping mall in India to incorporate cinemas with shopping. It is spread across an area of 200,000 sq ft. Forum Mall displays an extensive range of accessories right from garments to foot wear, cutlery to novels. This shopping mall also serves as a home to a 4 screen movie theater complex on the top floor by INOX. The food court that is on the 4th storey houses all types of cuisines under a single roof. The inception of Forum was attributed with transforming its neighborhood from a calm residential region into an up-market shopping destination.

Gariahat Mall

Gariahat Mall is the biggest shopping mall of Southern Kolkata. This shopping mall is furnished with a centralized air conditioning system, 100 percent power backup, mechanical water sprinkler, 4 passenger elevators and 1 escalator. Gariahat Mall is spread across a total area of over 100,000 sq ft. Goods that are used on a daily basis are offered here at a much economical price. After its inception back in 2007, Gariahat Mall attracted customers right away, all throughout the city. It is situated in Jamir Lanein Ballygunj region. It’s a 5 minute walking distance from the Gariahat crossing. The unique selling proposition of Gariahat Mall lies on a great blend of retail, entertainment and is equipped with all the modern amenities. Corn N Kebab restaurant is situated at the top floor as well as the terrace. Some of the specialties are crispy chicken and long island iced tea.

Address: 13, Jamir Lane, Ballygunge, Kolkata – 19.