Howrah's 200-Year-Old Sweet Shop: A Taste of History & Literary Favorites

• Shree Durga Mishtanna Bhandar in Howrah's Shibpur Bazar is nearing its 200th year, preserving old-world charm.
• The shop was a favorite of literary figures like Sharatchandra Chattopadhyay and Narayan Debnath, and physician Shital Ghosh.
• It continues to sell beloved Bengali sweets such as Darbesh and Chaitanyabhog.
• Run for four generations, the shop retains its traditional decor with frosted glass, wooden containers, and brass plates.
• Despite modern changes, Shree Durga Mishtanna Bhandar offers a nostalgic step back in time.