For those who have always loved star gazing ever since their childhood with an urge to explore the fascinating realms of outer space , or aspire to be a rocket scientist, the M.P. Birla Planetarium, Kolkata is just the place for you to venture, as it extends your celestial fantasies beyond your horizon.A popular Kolkata tourist landmark, the strategic location of this majestic Planetarium, within walking distance from Victoria Memorial, St.Paul's Cathedral and Maidan, makes it a popular tourist destination. The planetarium is equipped with various state-of-the-art gadgets like the Celestron C-14 Telescope, Solar Filters, the Cal Zeiss Universal Planetarium projector and wide range of special effects projectors, which unravel the mysteries of theouter space in its dome shaped miniature sky every day. When in Kolkata, do not miss this truly awesome celestial display. This place is opened on all days except public holidays between 12:30 to 8:30pm.