Overview
Our tour takes you through the many different buildings and institutions that were set up in Calcutta to qualify it to become the most important city of the British Empire outside of England. We will regale you with stories and bring you face to face with the harsh realities of the colonial occupation of India by the greatest empire the world has known. Our explorers have excellent English language skills. Our content is very well researched specially from the infotainment perspective. You get the best map of Calcutta as a gift with loads of information of the city based on our years of experience of the city.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Tea and toast at a popular eatery
- Gratuities
What's Not Included
Not specified by supplier.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
The British had sought to build āthe second city of the Empireā right here and it is this ābuildingā that weāll show you in the course of our walk through the āEuropeanā areas of what was once the capital of the British Empire in India. There are major plans to beautify and restore this heritage site with its rich and varied architectural styles. One of our most popular walks serves as the perfect introduction to British Calcutta and gives you a sneak peek into what went into the making of the Colonial Capital of India. So prepare to whet your appetite for all things Raj.
Stop 2
The headquarters of the postal department of the entire eastern hemisphere.
Stop 3
An old tank that the British drank from and the women walked around with parasols in hand looking for suitors.
Stop 4
The old Anglican cathedral which is situated on the old British ground.
Stop 5
We see the headquarters of the East India Trading Company and then go and have tea and toast behind it at the very popular kona dukaan.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels