Calcutta , General info:
6/10

New name is KOLKATA - that is closer how it used to be pronounced in the native language - Bengali.

Airport code is still the old code CCU for Calcutta. The airport is on northeast corner of metro - also also called Dum Dum from the local township name.

If going by train, try station names of HOWRAH or SEALDAH - the latter is a friendlier terminus, but less trains go there. Howrah is the traditional rail terminus - on other side of river Ganges.

Calcutta , Cheap stuff:
9/10

Great food - whether Mughlai or sweets, and most reasonable price among metro Indian cities.

'Get Well' Clinic is the best as well as very cheap PHYSIOTHERPY & ACUPRESSURE Centre. You can get really sincer and dedicated treatment here.

Calcutta , Different stuff:
8/10

Tough driving and narrow / slow roads.

Calcutta , Don't miss:
10/10

Victoria Memorial.

Darjeeling - a hill town about 600 km north.

Digha - a seaside resort - about 4 hours drive

Calcutta , Food:
10/10

Great food everywhere in this city

Calcutta , Hotels:
8/10

Quite a few 4 and 5 star hotels

Calcutta , Safety:
7/10

Safer than other towns - but beware of pickpocketing.

Fresno , General info:
9/10

Fresno is the sixth-largest city in California and the county seat of Fresno County, it is located in the centre of the expansive Central Valley, approximately 200 miles north of Los Angeles, and 170 miles south of the state capital, Sacramento.

Fresno , Cheap stuff:
9/10

Cheap B&B, hotels and wine.

Fresno , Different stuff:
10/10

Huntington Boulevard - Homes from the early 20th century line this boulevard in the heart of the historic Alta Vista Tract. The surrounding streets, Kerckhoff and Balch Avenues, have homes from the Arts and Crafts era which, like the downtown, are being renovated and brought back to their historic roots. During Christmas, the homes along the boulevard are adorned with lights and decorations. The nation's tallest living Christmas Tree, located at Huntington and 6th Street, is the highlight of the event.

Fresno , Don't miss:
10/10

Fresno Chaffee Zoo -can provide you fun, unique up-close experience that strengthens the bond between people and wildlife. It is home to approximately 125 species, with more always on the way.It is the only zoo in North America that currently houses Northland green geckos and Southern tent tortoises. Fresno Chaffee Zoo is also a home to 18 species that are part of the Species Survival Plan.

Fresno State Winery - produces a wide variety of wines from the most popular and well-known of wines such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon to up-and-coming varieties like Syrah to lesser-known wines that are made in small batches.

Fresno , Food:
9/10

Restaurants in Fresno are among some of the best. With a wide variety of food to choose from, your only option is to enjoy your meal. Dine in an Italian restaurant or perhaps grab some Mexican food. The restaurants in Fresno offer a little bit of everything.

Fresno , Hotels:
9/10

Not a lot hotels to choose from, Piccadilly Inn Hotel is the best choise for big spenders.

Fresno , Safety:
10/10

Fresno crime rates are above national average.