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British Raj Walk in Kolkata
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
$90
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Overview
Kolkata's colonial heritage comes alive through its iconic landmarks, including the Writers Building and the magnificent Victoria Memorial. This captivating group walk invites you to journey back to the era of the East India Company and the British Empire.
- 🏷️ Pickup Included: Enjoy the convenience of included pickup service, ensuring a seamless start to your adventure.
- 🛍️ Without Pickup: Choose the self-arrival option for a more independent experience, meeting at the designated location.
- 🏛️ Begin your exploration at the Writers Building, a stunning Greco-Roman masterpiece and a key symbol of Kolkata's colonial past.
- 🕍 Visit the mausoleum of Job Charnock, the founder of British Kolkata, and learn about the city's fascinating origins.
- ⛪ Discover St John’s Church, a majestic structure featuring the remarkable “Last Supper” painting, built in 1787.
- 🏰 Marvel at the impressive Governor’s House, designed in Neoclassical style, which has served as the residence of the Viceroy of India.
- 🌳 Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Eliot’s Park, a serene oasis amidst the bustling city.
- 🏛️ Conclude your journey at the stunning Victoria Memorial, an architectural gem dedicated to Queen Victoria, surrounded by the vibrancy of modern Kolkata.
- 🍵 Light refreshments and snacks are provided to keep your energy up during the tour.
- 🕒 The entire experience lasts approximately 4 hours, ensuring an immersive and engaging exploration of Kolkata's rich history.
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Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
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- Snacks
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Light refreshments
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
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Writers' Building8AM- Shared walk starts from Writers Building. Our first destination is the Writer’s building, which had a very humble beginning. Built in 1777, it was meant for the lower bureaucracy of East India Company. Today this Greco-Roman masterpiece is the seat of the West Bengal state government. Our guide will narrate to you all the landmark events which took place in India’s freedom struggle with the Writers Building as the backdrop. Since this is a working office, we will see it from outside.
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We will walk to the Mausoleum of Job Charnock the founder of modern Kolkata. In 1690 Charnock bought the villages of Sutanuti, Gobindapur and Kalikata from Bengal subedar Azim Usman and over time Kolkata became the capital of East India Company. A recent High Court ruling has discredited him as the founder of Kolkata after looking at evidence of the existence of the city in earlier times!
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St. John's ChurchOur next destination is St John’s Church, which was built in 1787 by architect James Agg. This majestic stone and brick structure became the principal Cathedral of Calcutta in 1815. A highlight of his Church is the “Last Supper” painting on its walls.
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Raj Bhavan- The Governor’s House is a remarkable building which was built for Marquess of Wellesley who came to Kolkata as the Governor General of East India Company in 1798 and found his rented accommodation unsuitable! Built in 1803 by the famous English architect Charles Wyatt, the Governor’s House follows a Neoclassical style with distinct Baroque overtones. The building became the residence of the Viceroy of India after the Crown took over the reins of India from East India Company. Today it serves as the office and residence of the Governor of the state of West Bengal and hence we will see it from outside.
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We walk to the legendary Victoria Memorial built by George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston and Viceroy of India. Dedicated to Queen Victoria, this architectural gem built in marble is a great place to experience the essence of Victorian-era set in the middle of the hustle and bustle of modern Kolkata. 1230PM Walk ends at Victoria Memorial
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British Raj Walk in Kolkata
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
$90
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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