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.

1. 1

   BBD Bagh

   30 min

   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.

2. 2

   General Post Office

   30 min

   The headquarters of the postal department of the entire eastern hemisphere.

3. 3

   BBD Bagh

   30 min

   An old tank that the British drank from and the women walked around with parasols in hand looking for suitors.

4. 4

   St. John's Church

   1 hour

   The old Anglican cathedral which is situated on the old British ground.

5. 5

   Writers' Building

   30 min

   We 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.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.