Itinerary
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Stop At: Fort St. George, St. George Street, Chennai (Madras) India
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St Mary's Church, Near Fort St. George On Fort St George administrative complex, Chennai (Madras) India
Visit the oldest Anglican Church of India to appreciate the "Last Supper".
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Explore the site of a couple of Old Lighthouses which were functional during the times of East India Company.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Dare House #234, Dare House, NSC Bose Rd, Parry's Corner, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600001, India
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
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Madras High Court, Near Marina Beach, Chennai (Madras) India
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Church, Armenian Street Parrys, Chennai (Madras) 600001 India
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.
Duration: 30 minutes