Kolkata's Free Libraries and Lesser-Known Bookstores Offer Diverse Reading Experiences

Kolkata offers a variety of free and lesser-known reading spaces and bookstores for bibliophiles. Community-driven libraries like Jagat Mukherjee Park Library and the Little Free Library provide free access without membership, while heritage spots such as Das Gupta Company Open Library offer public reading areas. Additionally, lesser-known bookstores like Earthcare Bookstore and Bingsha Shatabdi on Park Street cater to diverse tastes, providing rare and curated collections alongside quiet environments for readers.