• St. Andrew’s Church - Modeled after St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square, St. Andrew’s Church was initially constructed to cater to the Scottish Presbyterian community in Calcutta, earning it the nickname ‘The Scotch Kirk’. Another name, ‘Lat Sahib Ka Girja’, likely originated from the foundation stone being laid by the Countess of Loudon and Moira, wife of the then Governor General, The Marquess of Hastings. In addition to its striking Doric columns and imported marbles, St. Andrew’s Church is a treasure for historians due to ‘the audacious bird’ – a cock perched atop, crowing over St. John’s Church as a reminder of the rivalry between its founder Rev. Dr. James Bryce, Chaplain of the Bengal Ecclesiastical Establishment, and the first Bishop of the Indian Episcopate, Bishop Fanshawe Middleton, who led the Anglican St. John’s Church.
• Writers’ Building - Designed by Thomas Lyon in 1777, this building served as the main administrative office for writers (junior clerks) of the British East India Company and later became the Secretariat Building of the State Government of West Bengal.
• General Post Office - The postal system was introduced in Kolkata by Warren Hastings in 1774, creating the need for a post office. However, it wasn’t until 1864 that the General Post Office, designed by Walter B Grenville, was established. Its majestic high domed roof, towering Ionic-Corinthian pillars, and imposing clock contribute to its unique beauty. The site of the GPO is where the First Fort William once stood, which was damaged by Siraj-ud-Daulah during the Siege of Calcutta in 1756. The GPO serves as the central post office of the city and the main post office of West Bengal.
• Royal Insurance Building - During the British Raj, the insurance sector in India was initially dominated by British firms, with Indians being prohibited from purchasing insurance. Among the first companies to offer insurance to British subjects in India were Standard Life Assurance and The Oriental Assurance Company.
• 8, Red Cross CTO Building - Known as the Old Telegraph Office or the Dead Letter Office, this building is now a prominent landmark. Situated at the corner of Dalhousie Square East and Dalhousie Square South, it features a 120-foot tall bell tower. The ornate building was constructed between 1873 and 1876.
• St. John’s Church - Built in 1787 following the design of St. Martin’s Church, London, by architect James Agg, the land originally belonged to Maharaja Nabakrishna Deb before Warren Hastings persuaded him to ‘gift’ it. Also known as the ‘Pathure Girja’ or Stone Church due to its impressive brick and stone masonry, it is the third oldest church in the city, after the Armenian and the Old Mission Church. It is renowned for the famous recreation of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper by painter Johan Zoffany, who added an Indian touch to the Biblical scene.
• Raj Bhavan - Before 1799, the Governor-General resided in a rented house called Bukimham House, located on the same site. The land was owned by Mohammad Reza Khan, a Nawab of Chitpur. In 1799, the then Governor-General of India, the 1st Marquess Wellesley, initiated the construction of a palace to symbolize imperial authority. The enormous expense led to Lord Wellesley losing his position, but he contributed to creating a landmark that helped Kolkata earn the nickname of St Petersburg of the East. Formerly the residence of the Viceroy of India and the Lieutenant Governor of Bengal, it now serves as the official residence of the Governor of West Bengal and is known as the Raj Bhavan, a name shared with the official residences of other states’ governors. Kolkata’s Raj Bhavan has a notable first to its credit. In 1892, it was here that the Otis Elevator Company installed the first elevator in India.

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Impression Tourism Services is a well-regarded tour operator based in Kolkata, India, specializing in private heritage walking tours for those eager to delve into the city’s vibrant cultural and historical legacy. Among the company’s most sought-after offerings is the Private Kolkata Heritage Walk Tour, which delivers a captivating journey through the city’s history and modern-day life.

The tour features visits to several of Kolkata’s most renowned landmarks.

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• Complimentary pickup from any location within the city

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