Architectural Landscape of West Bengal is marked by a rich evolution, beginning with its exquisite temple architecture. The region features temples adorned with intricate carvings, spires, and unique terracotta designs, reflecting the spiritual and cultural heritage of ancient Bengal. This evolved into the Sultanate period, where a fusion of local and Islamic architectural styles emerged, with robust mosques, tombs, and gateways characterized by pointed arches, minarets, and fine brickwork. The transition to the colonial era saw the blending of these indigenous and Islamic influences with European styles, resulting in the transformation of Kolkata into the "City of Palaces." The city and its surrounding districts showcase a harmonious blend of neoclassical, Gothic, and Victorian architecture, illustrating the evolution of Bengal's architectural identity across different historical periods. Bengal's regional architectural style is characterized by the Bengal School of Architecture, blends terracotta craftsmanship, Islamic motifs, and colonial elegance, creating a unique and culturally rich architectural identity. Great Britain was only one of the European presence in Bengal. The Hoogly Town, north of Kolkata, was the location of a Portuguese settlement; Chunchura, at Hoogly, was the Dutch post until 1825; Serampore, was the Danish post until 1845; and Chandannagar) remained in French hands until 1949. Each of these settlements left distinguishable marks on West Bengal’s built landscape.

Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises & Textiles (MSME&T), Government of West Bengal has partnered with UNESCO New Delhi to build sustainable livelihoods in village industries through enhancement of rural Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) under Rural Craft and Cultural Hubs (RCCH) initiative. Other than the built heritage , the state is also rich in arts and culture. With its rich cultural diversity and artisanal heritage, West Bengal has more than 20 items GI tagged product. GI tags highlight the product and its authenticity in a different light by telling the world of delicious sweets and exquisite textiles-not only products but also heritage craftsmanship and cultural pride like Bengal Dokra, Madur Kathi, Wooden Mask etc.

The ten-day celebration, of the biggest festival of West Bengal, the Durga Puja represents the collective worship of the Hindu Goddess Durga. During this time, masterfully designed Durga Pratima and the pandals or platforms of community get together is enriched with the state’s folk music, culisine, craft, and performing arts which transcends the puja into an occasion of community celebration and acceptanme of the state’s heritage. Kolkata has emerged as the geographical and cultural heart of the national and global celebrations of the festival. Included in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity , the Durga Puja West Bengal testify to the diversity of intangible heritage and raises awareness of its importance.

Sundarbans National Park, large natural area in extreme southeastern West Bengal state, northeastern India has been designated as a National Park in 1984 as a core area within the larger Sundarbans Tiger Preserve (established 1973) covering an area of 514 square miles (1,330 square km). The combined entities occupy and protect a portion of India’s section of the Sundarbans region in the vast Padma (Ganges [Ganga])-Brahmaputra River delta containing the largest mangrove forest in the world. This area is home to a diverse range of aquatic and terrestrial plants and animals, many of them endangered or on the brink of extinction including the Bengal tigers. The park was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987 and was also included in a biosphere reserve established by UNESCO.