Kolkata Church Walk: Convergence of Different Faiths
3 h
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Stop At: Maghen David synagogue, 109 Biplabi Rash Behari Basu Road Corner Braebourne Road and Canning Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) India
Kolkata, the City of Joy, is also the city of a confluence of a different faith from around the World which have come and stayed for centuries and made this city rich in history, culture and architecture.
This Church walk will begin early in the morning at 8:00 AM from the meeting point at St. John Church where you will meet your guide.
Begin your walk with a visit to the breathtakingly beautiful Jewish Synagogues, the Maghen David and the Neve Shalom Synagogue. While the former is one of the biggest in Kolkata, the latter is the first one in the country and traces back the history of Baghdadi Jews in India. Get swooned by these beauties and interact with the local keepers who have a lot to tell you!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Holy Church Of Nazareth, 2 Armenian Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Once you’re done here, follow your guide to visit the Armenian Church of Holy Nazareth, the center of the Armenian community in India. Believed to be the oldest church in India, it traces the rich history of the Armenian community. Explore its beautiful architecture including its graveyard which happens to have the oldest known grave!
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Beth El Synagogue, 26 Pollock Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Further up, visit the Beth El Synagogue, the third Jewish synagogue in the city and through the services of this synagogue have stopped now, you’ll be mesmerized by the interiors of this place which are exceptionally well-maintained! Get lost in the surroundings of this enchanting place with your guide as e tells you further about the architecture and history.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Church, 15, B. B. D. Bagh, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Post this, move towards to the last stop, St. Andrews Church, the only Scottish Church in the city, this Church is a noble landmark and one of the heritage sites of the city. Explore this last stop before bidding goodbye to your guide.
Duration: 30 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Maghen David synagogue, 109 Biplabi Rash Behari Basu Road Corner Braebourne Road and Canning Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) India
Kolkata, the City of Joy, is also the city of a confluence of a different faith from around the World which have come and stayed for centuries and made this city rich in history, culture and architecture.
This Church walk will begin early in the morning at 8:00 AM from the meeting point at St. John Church where you will meet your guide.
Begin your walk with a visit to the breathtakingly beautiful Jewish Synagogues, the Maghen David and the Neve Shalom Synagogue. While the former is one of the biggest in Kolkata, the latter is the first one in the country and traces back the history of Baghdadi Jews in India. Get swooned by these beauties and interact with the local keepers who have a lot to tell you!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Holy Church Of Nazareth, 2 Armenian Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Once you’re done here, follow your guide to visit the Armenian Church of Holy Nazareth, the center of the Armenian community in India. Believed to be the oldest church in India, it traces the rich history of the Armenian community. Explore its beautiful architecture including its graveyard which happens to have the oldest known grave!
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Beth El Synagogue, 26 Pollock Street, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Further up, visit the Beth El Synagogue, the third Jewish synagogue in the city and through the services of this synagogue have stopped now, you’ll be mesmerized by the interiors of this place which are exceptionally well-maintained! Get lost in the surroundings of this enchanting place with your guide as e tells you further about the architecture and history.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Church, 15, B. B. D. Bagh, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Post this, move towards to the last stop, St. Andrews Church, the only Scottish Church in the city, this Church is a noble landmark and one of the heritage sites of the city. Explore this last stop before bidding goodbye to your guide.
Duration: 30 minutes
Included
- A private, live English speaking tour-guide.
- Tea and light breakfast (Kolkata style).
- Entry/Admission - Maghen David synagogue
- Entry/Admission - Armenian Holy Church Of Nazareth
- Entry/Admission - Beth El Synagogue
- Entry/Admission - St Andrews Church
Not included
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Additional Meals & beverages
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
60%
Original
25%
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