11 Unique Durga Puja Pandals That Are A Must-Visit In Kolkata In 2023

Durga Puja is one of the most iconic and biggest festivals celebrated in India. People from all over the world come and stay here to check out the glory of this iconic festival. This festival is celebrated as a grand celebration of the goddess Durga’s triumph over evil. Everyone is ready for Durga Puja 2023 festivities.

In India, West Bengal is commonly famous for celebrating Durga Puja. But in West Bengal, it’s Kolkata, known as the city of joy, that is marked for celebrating Durga Puja at a grand level. Kolkata celebrates Durga Puja like no one else. They set up magnificent pandals and artistic displays and had grand celebrations.

According to some of the Puranas, during the months of September and October, the goddess Durga visits her paternal home on Earth. She is accompanied by her children, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikaey, along with Mata Lakshmi and Mata Saraswati. So, this festival is celebrated to celebrate her visit to Earth.

This year, like every year, Kolkata is organizing Durga Puja Pandals, which are going to be of different themes. Each of these pandals carries their own unique mastery of art and creativity, showcasing a blend of tradition, innovation, and sheer artistic brilliance. We suggest everyone go check out this year’s Durga Puja in Kolkata.

Here is a list of the most unique Durga Puja 2023 Pandal themes for you to check out:

1. Sreebhumi Sporting Club Theme: Disneyland Paris

Sreebhumi Sporting Club is a club located in South Dumdum, the heart of Lake Town. Like every year, they have done an incredible job creating the Durga Puja Pandal this year. This year, they have taken inspiration from Disneyland, Paris, and tried to bring the charm and enchantment of Disneyland to Pandal. It is one of the most sought-after Durga Puja Pandals 2023.

 

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2. Sodepur Nabin Sangha: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Sodepur Nabin Sangha is a club located in Sodepur. This year, they have decorated their Durga Puja Pandal by taking inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Yes, their Durga Puja Pandal was decorated like a Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It offers its visitors a chance to step into the magical world of J.K. Rowling.

3. Pallir Yubak Brinda Club: Vikram Lander (ISRO’s achievement with Chandrayaan-3)

Pallir Yubak Brinda Club is located at Sitaram Ghosh Street, Nabin Chandra Paul Lane, and Beniatola Lane in central Kolkata. They have done an incredible job of choosing the theme for their Durga Puja Pandal. They have made their Pandal like a Vikram Lander, and it is said that the Goddess will be seen standing inside the Vikram Lander, representing Chandralok-e Uma’ (Goddess Durga on the Moon).

4. Belgharia 17 Pally: Egyptian Pyramids

Belgharia 17 Pally is a club located in Belgharia. It has been said that they have decided on their Durga Puja Pandal theme as Egyptian Pyramids. The pandal comprises a set of four pyramids on white sand, with some carvings on the wall and sculptures of camels and mummies on the outside. It gives visitors a chance to explore the world of Egyptian mythology.

 

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5. Pathuriaghata Pancher Pally: Menstrual Hygiene

Pathuriaghata Pancher Pally is a club located in Santoshpur. They mostly select themes related to social taboos. This year, they have chosen the topic of menstrual hygiene for girls as their theme for Durga Puja Pandal. They have specifically designed their Pandal to address this social issue in front of a large number of people. This pandal will feature paintings, models, and graphics related to the topic. Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata never fail to amaze.

6. Kalyani Durga Puja Pandal: Macau’s Grand Lisboa Hotel

Kalyani Durga Puja Pandal is located in Kalyani. There is a club named The Luminous Club that has decided to make a replica of the Grand Lisboa Hotel of Macau in this Pandal. It is believed that the pandal is going to be 182 feet tall and will be made of structures from buses like skirts, cribs, and side rails. It will have an intricate decor for a high-end establishment.

 

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7. Tala Barowari Durgotsab: Art by Abanindranath Tagore

Abanindranath Tagore was a nephew of Rabindranath Tagore. He was the founder of the Bengal School of Arts. Tala Barowari Durgotsab Pandal has decided to design its Durga Puja Pandal with a theme related to the arts of Abanindranath Tagore. This pandal is going to feature his lifetime artwork and artistic skills or style.

8. Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park: Kedarnath Temple

The Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park is located in central Kolkata. This year, after completing 55 years, they have decided to replicate the beauty and purity of Kedarnath Temple (one of the holiest shrines of Hinduism located in the Himalayas) as their Durga Puja Pandal. It will allow the devotees of Maa Durga to get the blessings of both Maa Durga and Lord Kedarnath.

9. Tarapukur Ghoshpara: Banaras Ganga Ghat

Agarpara Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal of Tarapukur Ghoshpara has decided to replicate the scene and the image of the magnificent Ganga Ghats of Varanasi. They are also trying to make a 75-foot tall Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, Ratneshwar Mahadev Mandir, Manikarnika Ghat, Munshi Ghat, and more. It will bring the spiritual and serene atmosphere of the city to the festival.

10. A9 Square Park Durga Puja: Chardham Yatra

A9 Square Park Durga Puja Pandal is located in Kalyani. They have chosen to imitate the glory of the Chardham Yatra in their Durga Puja Pandal. Those devotees who wish to go on the Chardham Yatra but can’t go for some reason have a chance here. They can get blessings from both Goddess Durga and the Lords of Chardham.

 

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11. Hazra Park Durgotsab: Teen Chakar Golpo

Hazra Park Durgotsab is a club located in south Kolkata. On the occasion of Durga Puja and the club turning 81, they have decided to take on the theme “Teen Chakar Golpo,” meaning Tale of Three Wheels. This theme comprises storytelling narratives. It tells the life story of an autorickshaw driver. From setting up on an auto stand to their life stories, they are going to narrate them all. You must have a look at this creative Durga Puja 2023 pandal this year.