Kolkata Self-Guided Walking Tour, Kolkata, India

As the former capital of British India, Kolkata has a special place in India鈥檚 history. Formerly known as Calcutta, the city gained prominence in the early 1700s after the establishment of Fort William by the British and became the centre of operations for the British East India Trading Company, which later developed into Company rule over India and the British Raj. Although the British have long gone, the grandiose buildings and monuments left behind in Kolkata are a striking visual illustration of the might and scale of the colonial occupiers, as well as a testament to India鈥檚 subsequent independence. Check out this tried-and-tested walking tour of some of the city鈥檚 main historic sights!

Start at聽St Paul鈥檚 Cathedral聽鈥� entrance is from the north-west side of the complex. This grand Gothic-style church from the British colonial era dates back to 1847, when it was constructed to replace the smaller St John鈥檚 Church. Of particular interest are the various grave and memorial markers inside commemorating members of the former British congregation, including administrators and officials during the colonial period. We were charged a nominal entry fee of 10 rupees when visiting. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Kolkata Self-Guided Walking Tour
Guide Location: India » Kolkata
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Summer Buckley
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