Belur math : It is the headquarters of Ramakrishna mission, founded by the 19th century Indian philosopher Ramakrishna (1836 - 1902), who preached unity of all religions. A small museum displays the life of Ramakrishna, his wife Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda (admission Rs 3, Monday closed). There is regular ferry across the Hooghly river to Dakshineshwar (Rs 6, 15 minutes).

Dakshineshwar Kali temple : The temple was built in classic Bengali hut style in 1847 and is surrounded by 12 other temples dedicated to Shiva. Ramakrishna was a priest here.

Pareshnath Jain temple : This ornate temple is dedicated to Sheetalnathji, the 10th of the 24 Jain tirthankar (great teacher). The entire surface is covered in a mosaic of mirrors, coloured stones and glass.