The Asiatic Society of Bengal

Located in the Park Street area of Kolkata, The Asiatic Society of Bengal is an important educational and intellectual hub of West Bengal. One of the significant landmark of West Bengal, The Asiatic Society of Bengal draws several scholars and intellectuals across the continent.

The Asiatic Society of Bengal was founded in 1784 by Sir William Jones who led to the initiation of study of the Asian society and culture from the Oriental point of view. One of the premier research institute of India, The Asiatic Society of Bengal, encourages the research scholars to undertake extensive and thorough research work on the various facets of the Asian society.

The Asiatic Society of Bengal is equipped with a well stocked library that has a large reserve of books, journals and magazines that helps one to gain a comprehensive knowledge about the rich history and tradition of the societies of Asia. The library of the research institute is a store house of large collection of books of every language from 1784 onwards which is blessed with many uncommon manuscripts of the ancient times that throws light on the glorious past of the Asian societies.

The famous research institute houses a museum which bears relics to the history and culture of the Oriental societies. The sculptures, paintings, coins, and antique pieces of the past are one of their kinds that attracts several students from all over the world.

Known as the center of excellence, The Asiatic Society of Bengal is one of the most academically active research institute that imparts accurate and cohesive information on the society, its character and culture of Asia during the past years.