Bhoot Chaturdashi 2026: Exploring Kolkata's Haunted Sites and Traditions
Bhoot Chaturdashi, observed in Bengal on the eve of Kali Puja, is marked by lighting fourteen earthen lamps and preparing a dish with fourteen leafy greens to honor ancestral spirits. Kolkata's rich supernatural folklore includes tales like the ghost of Pride, a champion racehorse believed to haunt the Race Course. The city's historic sites, such as the National Library and Hooghly riverbanks, feature in curated walks exploring these eerie legends during this traditional observance.
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thehindu broke this story on 7 Nov, 08:52 am. Other outlets followed.
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