Farakka, a city in Bengal, India, is located on the banks of the Ganges River, approximately 150 kilometers north of Kolkata. The city experiences a tropical monsoon climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. Farakka has a rich history, dating back to the 17th century when it was a major trading center for the British East India Company. The city is also home to several historical monuments, including the Farakka Barrage, a massive dam built across the Ganges River in the 1970s.
Geographic Data for Farakka, Bengal, India
| Latitude | 24° 49.000' |
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| Longitude | 87° 54.000' |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |