In the Footsteps of the Raj - Dalhousie Square Walk
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.
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In the Footsteps of the Raj - Dalhousie Square Walk
What's included in In the Footsteps of the Raj - Dalhousie Square Walk
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BBD Bagh
The British had sought to build ‘the second city of the Empire’ right here and it is this ‘building’ that we’ll show you in the course of our walk through the ‘European’ 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.
General Post Office
The headquarters of the postal department of the entire eastern hemisphere.
BBD Bagh
An old tank that the British drank from and the women walked around with parasols in hand looking for suitors.
Inclusions
- Tea and toast at a popular eatery
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Outside the main gate of the Lalit Great Eastern Hotel is the Calcutta Walks Starting Point signage.
