Why choose this Kolkata tour ?
Walk through the 18th – 19th Century Tales of Calcutta.
Kolkata, the city of Tales, formerly Calcutta, was the capital of British India for more than a century and half and carries the old colonial legacies in many grandeurs remains at the heart of the city. Thus, once it was referred as ‘city of palaces. The English and Scot settlers called it as the ‘London of Orient’. It was “the jewel of the East” in its heyday.
The tour will take you back to that heyday through allies and gullies of the stories of those remains.
Make the most of your Kolkata adventure
What makes Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) a unique experience ?
A monument constructed in memory of an important White Mughal.
Stop by to know the history of the monument.
The Calcutta high Court is one of the three High Courts in India established at the Presidency Towns by Letters patent granted by Her Majesty Queen Victoria, bearing date June 26, 1862, and is the oldest High Court in India.
Stop by to know the history of the Calcutta High Court.
The oldest Office of legal practitioners.
Stop by to know the history of Temple Chamber
The gigantic and colossal Victorian structure m made for British Imperial exchequer in India
The earliest center of Socialization for European and Indian elites of the city
Stop by to know the history of the famous Town Hall.
The first Official residence of the British Governor General and Viceroy
Stop by to know the history of the monument ( Governor’s House ).
An incredible collection from the postal service of India in an unique Victorian building
The first Anglican Cathedral of the city bearing remains of many untold stories of 18th and 19th century of Calcutta
One of the Old telegraph office of India inside a Edwardian structure
Stop by to know the history of the place.
The most debatable tale till date though originated in the pre Raj days
The site where the GPO is now located was actually the site of the first Fort William. An alley beside the post office was the site of the guardhouse that housed the infamous 1756 Black Hole of Calcutta (1756).
Refreshment time – 20 minutes
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour )
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Trip Designer.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
