SRI BAL HANUMAN MANDIR LAKE TOWN, KOLKATA,

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Hanuman, the monkey god widely venerated throughout India. It is celebrated during the month of Chaitra. Hanuman was an ardent devotee of Lord Rama, and is worshipped for his unflinching devotion to the God. From the early morning, devotees flock Hanuman temples to worship the monkey god.

Hanuman Jayanti is an important festival of Hindus. Hanuman is the symbol of strength and energy. Hanuman is said to be able to assume any form at will, wield rocks, move mountains, dart through the air, seize the clouds and rival Garuda in swiftness off light. He is worshipped in folk tradition as a deity with magical powers and the ability to conquer evil spirits.

The devotees will visit temples and apply tilak of sindhoor to their foreheads from the Hanumans body as this is considered to be good luck. According to the legend Sita was applying sindhoor to her head, Hanumans Ji questioned why and replied that this would ensure a long life for her husband. Hanuman then smeared his entire body with sindhoor, in an effort to ensure Rama’s immortality.

Cultural programs are organised in most of the Hindu temples on this day.

In 2007, the Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on 2nd April.

Lake Town (Kolkata Metropolitan Area)

Lake Town, is the most happening place beyond North Kolkata. There is a great duplex cinema hall, Jaya. Lake Town has a swimming pool association, 3 parks and 3 lakes. It is well connected with all modes of communication. The Airport is only 6.5 km from here. With good road transport on both its sides: Jessore Road on the North and VIP Road on the South. It has a Circular Railway Station (Patipukur) within walking distance and a Metro (underground) railway at around 2 km distance at Belgachhia.
Most of the inhabitants occupy flats in 3 to 4 storeyed buildings. The population is basically middle class with Bengalis and other communities living in tandem. It has a Post Office (Kolkata 700089), a police station, telephone exchange (2534 exchange), and branches of at least 20 banks including ATMs.

The Annual Book Fair held in February each year at Milan Sangha is one of the attractions along with the Kali Puja Mela held at the same grounds in October/ November each year.

Categorized Information:

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Cinema Halls: Jaya I & II (Earlier Mini Jaya)
Bus Routes originating: 215, 47A, Lake Town - Howrah Minibus
Bus Routes Passing: 221, 223, 30C, L3C
Auto Routes: Lake Town - Ultadanga, Lake Town - Belgachhia Metro Station, Lake Town - Nager Bazar (Clive House)
Restaurants: Sukh Sagar, Host (chinese), Gunjan (Sweet & Snacks shop)
Addresses: Two Blocks - A and B (A on the Jessore Road Half) B (on the VIP Side)
Temples: Bal Hanuman Mandir, Mansa Mandir, Radhakhrishna mandir
Nursing Homes: Daffodil, Lake Town Nursing Home, Aries Clinic, VIP Clinic, Eastern Diagnostics


Kolkata Map Here:- http://wikimapia.org/#lat=22.6018879&lon=88.408699&z=14&l=0&m=b

West Kolkata Lake Town

Lake Town is a small locality situated towards the north of Kolkata city. The region has no tourist attractions as such but like the rest of the regions of the city there are crowded appartments, shops, schools, hospitals and more. The region is about eight kilometres from the city centre. One can access the place either from the northern side by taking the Jessore Road or taking the Nazrul Islam Avenue on the southern end. The adjoining regions of Lake Town include Dakshindanri, Bangur Avenue and Salt Lake.

A lot of activity follows in the daily schedule at Lake Town. The important enterprises consists of the popular commercial banks, schools, hospitals, shops and more. Amongst the renowned institutes, East Calcutta Girls College and Daffodil Nursing has made a name.

Ulta Danga railway station and Dum Dum metro terminal are in the vicinity and not more than three or four kilometres from the place. The subway terminal lies towards the north-west of Lake Town where as the railway station lies to the south-west of Lake Town.

Accessibility

• Dum Dum metro terminal is very near to this region not more than three or four kilometres from the place.
• The region is around 8 kilometres from the City Centre. Buses and taxis are easily available from the City Centre.

COFFEE ICE-CREAM

You will enjoy serving this aromatic flavour to your loved ones. This also makes a great topping for vanilla milkshake or cold coffee.

Preparation Time : 15 mins.
Cooking Time : 10 mins.

Serves 4.
Ingredients

2½ cups (500 ml.) full fat milk

1 tablespoon cornflour

½ cup sugar

1½ tablespoons instant coffee granules

¼ teaspoon vanilla essence

¾ cup (150 grams) fresh cream

Method
1. Dissolve the coffee in 1 tablespoon of hot water and keep aside.

2. Dissolve the cornflour in ½ cup of milk and keep aside.

3. In a pan, combine 2 cups of milk with the sugar and bring to a boil.

4. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes and add the milk and cornflour paste.

5. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes till it is of a coating consistency.

6. Add the coffee solution and mix well. Cool completely.

7. Add the vanilla essence and cream and mix well.

8. Pour into a shallow container. Cover and freeze till it is almost set.

9. Divide the mixture into 2 batches and churn each batch separately in a blender till it is smooth.

10. Transfer both the batches into a shallow container. Cover and freeze till it is firm. Scoop and serve.

Homemade Ice Cream Fresh Coffee Ice Cream Recipe

One of the top 10 ice cream recipes viewed on this site

Ingredients:
6 egg yolks
4 tablespoons fresh coffee (finely ground)
8 oz (200g) soft brown sugar (light)
1 pint (500ml) milk
6 fl.oz (approx 185ml) very hot water

Tip: Make sure you use good quality, fresh coffee

Take the finely ground coffee and pour the water onto it then let it stand for about 10 mins.

You then need to remove the coffee grounds so strain the mixture. In a heatproof bowl mix together the sugar and egg yolks, then whisk until thick and pale. Whisk in the milk and the coffee, then put the bowl over a saucepan of simmering (though not boiling) water. Cook until the mixture is thick (ie. until it forms a layer on the back of a wooden spoon) being sure to stir it all the time. Take the saucepan off the heat and place the bowl to one side to cool. NB. If you want to prevent a skin forming on the mixture you can try covering the surface with a piece of damp, greaseproof paper.

When cool, transfer the complete mixture into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

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