renowned or famous people during the Bengal Renaissance. There is a road in Kumortuli named after Nandram Sen, a wealthy former resident. His wealth was accrued because of his status as the first tax collector of Kolkata, during the 1700s. Gobindram Mitter, the tax collector after Nandram, lived in a large mansion on a sprawling 16-acre property during this time. His house is now known as one of the "Great Houses of Old Calcutta". Banamali Sarkar's famous house which is immortalized in Bengali rhyming proverb, was there till the 19th century. He has a winding lane named after him in Kumortuli. Transport Rabindra Sarani passes through Kumortuli. Bus 43 Esplanade - Dakshineswar Train Sovabazar Ahiritola railway station and Bagbazar railway station on Kolkata Circular Railway line are the nearest stations. Kolkata Station, which is one of the five major railway-terminals of Kolkata Metropolitan Area, is also located nearby. See also Dhakeshwari Mata Temple, Kumortuli Gallery References External links Neighbourhoods in Kolkata Durga Puja Tourist attractions in Kolkata