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Activitate Chennai, India
Georgetown heritage walking tour of Chennai's first settlement
4,9
(168 de recenzii)
3 ore
Anulare gratuită
din 5
168 de recenzii
Despre activitate
Step into the labyrinthine alleys where Chennai began. This isn't a "tour"—it's a portal to the 17th-century East India Company trading post. As a Ministry of Tourism-approved organization and proud IATO member, our Cultural Evangelists reveal the city's hidden power structures.
Trace the legacy of the elite Armenian bankers, whose global financial reach once dictated trade, and the enigmatic Dubashes—the bilingual power brokers who wielded the real influence behind the colonial throne. We navigate the vibrant chaos to uncover the secret architecture and stories of the diverse merchants who built Old Madras.
Winners of the Outlook Responsible Tourism Award 2025, we ensure your journey directly supports the local merchants and guides who keep this heritage alive. Experience the grit, the glory, and the hidden history of Chennai.
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 3 ore
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Cel mult 15 persoane
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–15
- Ghid
- engleză
- Organizator
- 5 Senses Walks Chennai
Vârste: Bebeluși (0–2 ani) · Copii (3–12 ani) · Adulți (13–99 ani)
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Snacks
- Inclus: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Itinerar
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30 min Intrarea inclusă
We will commence the walk at the first English Fortress built in 1644 by the East India Company. During this visit we will the Museum inside the Fort to understand how the British came to dominate India , their rule and finally how India won its independence. Note the museum will be closed on Fridays.
We will also visit St Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican Church of India.
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Oprirea 3
15 min
Explore the site of a couple of Old Lighthouses which were functional during the times of East India Company.
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Oprirea 4
15 min
This is an iconic art deco building steeped in history. It was the head quarters of Parrys company which was named after Thomas Parry who was welsh and one of the first free merchants of Chennai. The building is named after his John Dare, his business partner
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30 min Intrarea inclusă
Set up in 1862 by a decree from Queen Victoria, the High court serves the state of Tamil Nadu today. We will narrate the events in 1914 during the Word War I, that led to an attack on this building by German submarines. This is one of the highlights of this walking tour in Chennai.
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30 min Intrarea inclusă
This Chennai walk takes us past the street where Armenian refugees set up trade for silk, spices & gems 300 years ago. Visit the unique Armenian Church for an immersive experience.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Poți fi preluat de la cazare sau poți veni direct la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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For 8 AM departure, please meet our guide outside Flower Bazaar police station
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For 4PM departure, please meet our guide outside Fort St George
Punct de final
Locuri de preluare
Pick up from all hotels in Chennai
Cum folosești biletul
Please wear clothes that cover the knees and shoulders.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Dacă anulezi | Primești înapoi |
|---|---|
| Cu cel puțin o zi înainte | 100% |
| Cu mai puțin de o zi înainte | 0% |
- Organizatorul poate anula dacă vremea nu permite; primești atunci altă dată sau banii înapoi.
Bine de știut
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Variante
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Private tour without pick up
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Private tour with pick up
Pickup included
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Group tour- without pick up
Group walk: Walk is not private and other guests may join. Guests needs to arrive at starting point.
Părerea călătorilor
4,9
din 5 · 168 de recenzii
- 5
- 94%
- 4
- 4%
- 3
- 1%
- 2
- 0%
- 1
- 1%
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