The Victoria Memorial is a prominent monument in the heart of Kolkata, India. It was erected in memory of Queen Victoria, who was the Empress of India during British rule. The memorial was designed by Sir William Emerson and completed in 1921. The memorial is built of white marble and follows the Indo-Saracenic architectural style. It houses a museum that depicts the history of Calcutta and the British era in India. The memorial is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is a popular tourist destination in Kolkata.