Calcutta Brews Where Cultures Converge, Blend and Belong
Kolkata is a vibrant mosaic of cultures, shaped by Armenians, Chinese, Parsis, Anglo-Indians, Jews, Marwaris, Muslims, Portuguese, Italians, Russians, and Bengalis. Over centuries, these communities influenced the city's culture, commerce, and character. Explore lively areas like Bow Barracks, Tiretta Bazaar, and Burrabazar, where trade, tradition, and migration stories unfold. Old bakeries, spice markets, and hidden landmarks reflect Kolkata's multicultural past. Culinary legacies—from Chinese dumplings to Jewish bread—highlight the city's rich heritage. Churches, synagogues, temples, and trading houses stand as testaments to its diverse communities. This tour goes beyond typical tourist spots, offering a rare glimpse into Kolkata’s roots. Led by passionate guides, it connects past and present, revealing the city's unique spirit and history. Experience the real Kolkata, where tradition and modernity coexist in a dynamic landscape.
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Calcutta Brews Where Cultures Converge, Blend and Belong
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What's included in Calcutta Brews Where Cultures Converge, Blend and Belong
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Calcutta's First China Town which is part of a Cosmopolitan melee today
Visit a Hindu Kali Temple, locally called Firangi or Portuguese Kali Temple. Pay your respects and listen to the Stories. Just opposite to the temple, marvel at the Indian Association, the first openly nationalist organization in British India and a precursor to the Congress Party
Marvel at the confluence, bonhomie and universality of learning in the City of Joy
Inclusions
- Guide in-person
- Bottled water
- Steaming Cup of Indian Chai from a disposable single use terracotta cup
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We request you to please coordinate the pickups by getting in touch at least a day before via WhatsApp or mail
Meeting Points
- We meet travellers below the Façade
End Points
- Only for special requests and when able, we can drop travellers back to their hotel
