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Exploring George Town Chennai Heritage and Bazaar Walking Tour

4,5 (21 de recenzii) 2 h 30 min Anulare gratuită Tur privat
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Exploring George Town Chennai Heritage and Bazaar Walking Tour

Despre activitate

On this tour, we explore the busy neighbourhood of Georgetown. This area consists of well-established specialised bazaars, with small winding streets, warehouses, covered wholesale markets, street stalls and retail shops.

Originally called ‘Black Town’, the area came up in the late 1600s after the founding of Fort St. George. Local people settled here to trade and do business with the fort. A portion of Black Town was flattened in the 1700’s, to provide an open area outside Fort St George. The residents of Blacktown re-settled just beyond the open area, in what was called New Black Town.

In the mid 1800’s, the open area (old Black Town) was used to construct the grand building of Madras High Court. In 1910, when King George visited India, Blacktown was renamed Georgetown. Today Georgetown continues to be a busy market area, selling everything under the sun: bangles, fabrics, fruits, vegetables, spices, stationery, jewellery, etc.

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Pe scurt

Durată
2 h 30 min
Confirmare
Confirmare imediată
Bilet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup
Doar grupul tău
Persoane pe rezervare
1–15
Ghid
engleză
Ghid scris
engleză
Organizator
Wonder tours

Vârste: Copii (6–11 ani) · Adulți (12–85 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

  • Inclus: Bottled water
  • Inclus: Snacks
  • Inclus: All Fees and Taxes
  • Inclus: Guide

Nu este inclus

  • Nu este inclus: Gratuities

Itinerar

  1. Oprirea 1

    o oră Intrarea inclusă

    From being the Black Town to becoming a bustling wholesale market, George Town in Chennai has seen it all. A market place where practically anything that can be legally sold can be bought for the right price. The walking tour takes you into the heart of the vegetable and flower market, with fascinating stories that provide a context to the colourful sights. A visit to the heart of George Town is an experience you will not forget. Crowded markets, narrow lanes, fascinating history, and mesmerizing images are welcoming you to experience the colorful and rich culture.

  2. Madras High Court

    30 min Intrarea inclusă

    The High Court of Chennai, originally established in 1862 by a decree from Queen Victoria, stands as one of the city’s most iconic buildings. Known for its grandeur and Indo-Saracenic architecture, the High Court has been at the heart of Tamil Nadu’s legal system for over a century. However, its story is not confined to its role in law and justice. One of the most dramatic chapters in its history occurred during World War I, when, in 1914, the building was targeted by German submarines in an attempt to disrupt British control over its colonial territories.

  3. Armenian Church

    30 min Intrarea inclusă

    This Chennai walk takes us through the historic street where Armenian refugees established trade in silk, spices, and gems over 300 years ago. Explore the distinctive Armenian Church for an immersive experience of this rich history.

  4. Oprirea 4

    15 min Intrarea inclusă

    This iconic Art Deco building is steeped in history and once served as the headquarters of Parry's company, founded by Thomas Parry, a Welshman and one of Chennai’s first free merchants. The building is named after John Dare, Parry's business partner, reflecting their significant role in shaping the city's commercial legacy. Today, it stands as a testament to their entrepreneurial spirit and the architectural grandeur of a bygone era.

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Poți fi preluat de la cazare sau poți veni direct la punctul de întâlnire.

Punct de întâlnire

Punct de final

Locuri de preluare

  • Collection O 13574 Balaji Dental College
  • Grand Continent T Nagar
  • Hotel Mars Deluxe
  • Hotel O Moon Stay
  • Collection O 30035 Esthell near Malar Hospital
  • Thiviyam Airport Hotel
  • Hotel Beebiz Guindy
  • First Inn Hotels
  • Bells Grand Inn
  • Capital O 70712 Royal King Residency
  • Saravanas Park
  • Apartemen Green Pramuka City By Britney

și încă 2.596 de locuri de preluare

Anulare

Anulare gratuită

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

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  • Organizatorul poate anula dacă nu se strâng destui participanți; primești atunci altă dată sau banii înapoi.

Bine de știut

  • 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

Variante

  • Group walk

    No Pickup

  • private walk

    no pickup

  • private walk with pickup

    sedan

Părerea călătorilor

4,5 din 5 · 21 de recenzii
5
76%
4
14%
3
0%
2
0%
1
10%

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Exploring George Town Chennai Heritage and Bazaar Walking Tour

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