Workshop on Species Distribution Modelling
with MaxEnt and R
Workshop on
Species Distribution Modelling
with MaxEnt and R
Chapter
December 3-9, 2018 : Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
VENUE
Indian Statistical Institute
Kolkata, India
How to reach
If you are coming from the airport, drive towards Dunlop Bridge. If you are coming from one of the railway stations (Sealdah and Howrah), you will have to drive five kilometers north of Shyambazar five-point crossing, towards the Dunlop Bridge. As you approach Dunlop Bridge, the boundary wall of the ISI campus will be visible on your left.
Bus routes:
The residential campus is at the Bus Stop called Bon Hooghly (Gate number:205) and the office campus is at the Bus Stop called ISI or Statistical (Gate number:203). The Bus Stop further to the Statistical Bus Stop is Dunlop Bridge, which is an important landmark. Dunlop Bridge is also a useful way of describing the general destination when you are asking for directions.
Taxi routes:
We suggest that you should better hire a taxi from the prepaid taxi booth, located outside the station and airport premises. The prepaid taxi fare is marginally higher than normal (approximately Rs. 220 from the airport, Rs. 180 from Howrah, and Rs. 120 from Sealdah) but it is a surer and safer mode of transport. While hiring a prepaid taxi, mention Dunlop Bridge as your destination.
What to do
Obviously, you will attend the workshop, and the attendance in each session is mandatory.
However, if you are left with suffiecient energy after the classes, or a day or two to roam around the city, you will be delighted to explore the City of Joy.
What to see:
ISI is conveniently located and connected to all the major attractions of the city. Check some of the tourism websites of the state: West Bengal Tourism; Places to visit near Kolkata; Top 10 places to visit near Kolkata
What to taste in this Foodies' paradise:
The specialty of Bengali food lies in the perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. If you want to taste the traditional Bengali dishes you can try the following: Best restaurants in Kolkata, Street foods, Sweets and Desserts
The December weather in Kolkata is pleasant. The minimum temperature is expected to be around 16°C with maximum around 26°C. Light woolen clothes may be necessary.