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In the Footsteps of the Raj - Dalhousie Square Walk

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About the Activity

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.
2 hours to 3 hours
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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions

Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Tea and toast at a popular eatery
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Locations in the itinerary

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BBD Bagh
south of Howrah Bridge, also known as Lal Dighi, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, 700001The 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.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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General Post Office
Netaji Subhas Rd, Fairley Place, B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, 700001The headquarters of the postal department of the entire eastern hemisphere. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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BBD Bagh
south of Howrah Bridge, also known as Lal Dighi, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, 700001An old tank that the British drank from and the women walked around with parasols in hand looking for suitors. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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St. John's Church
2/2 Council House Street, Opp Dewars Garage, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, 700001The old Anglican cathedral which is situated on the old British ground. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Writers' Building
BBD Bagh N, Dalhousie Square, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, 700001We 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. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

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Outside the main gate of the Lalit Great Eastern Hotel is the Calcutta Walks Starting Point signage. View Location

End point

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Outside the main gate of the Lalit Great Eastern Hotel is the Calcutta Walks Starting Point signage. View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point
  • Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

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Ticket Details

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

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Operated by Calcutta WalksCreated on 19 Dec 2023Created on 11 Jun 2024
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