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- Asia
- India
- Kolkata
- Mother House
Mother House
This humble and touching temple to Mother Theresa's life and
work in downtown Kolkata is well worth a visit. Upstairs is a small
museum, full of affecting and interesting displays; and you even
have a chance to see Blessed Theresa's bedroom, preserved exactly
as it was when she lived in the building. Not so much an
'attraction' as a deeply emotional and inspiring insight into a
life of self-sacrifice and devotion, a visit to Mother House makes
a fine counterpoint to more traditional tourist pursuits.
Information & Facts
Address
54a AJC Bose Rd, Chowringhee
Language
Although English is generally used for official and
business purposes, Hindi is the official language and is spoken by
about 40 percent of the population. Urdu is the language common
with the Muslim demographic. India has a total of 22 official
languages
Money
The currency is the Indian Rupee (INR), which is divided into
100 paise (singular paisa). Major currencies can be changed at
banks, and authorised bureaux de changes. It is impossible to
obtain rupees outside India, but no matter what time you arrive in
India there will be an exchange office open at the airport. It is
illegal to exchange money through the black market and it is
advisable to refuse torn notes, as no one will accept them apart
from the National Bank. It is best to change money into small
denominations. Travellers cheques and major credit cards are widely
accepted, particularly in tourist orientated establishments. ATMs
are not generally available.
Opening Times
Open daily from 8am to 12pm; and 3pm to 6pm. Closed
on Thursdays