Georgetown arv vandretur af Chennai's første bosættelse
Beskrivelse
Træd ind i labyrinthine gader, hvor Chennai begyndte. Dette er ikke en "tur" - det er en portal til det 17. århundrede East India Company handel post. Som en turistministeriet godkendt organisation og stolt IATO-medlem afslører vores kulturelle evangelister byens skjulte magtstrukturer. Spore arv af de elite armenske bankfolk, hvis globale finansielle rækkevidde engang dikterede handel, og de gådefulde Dubashes - de tosprogede magtmæglere, der udøvede den virkelige indflydelse bag den koloniale trone. Vi navigerer i det livlige kaos for at afsløre den hemmelige arkitektur og historier om de forskellige handlende, der byggede Old Madras. Vinder af Outlook Responsible Tourism Award 2025, sikrer vi, at din rejse direkte støtter de lokale købmænd og guider, der holder dette arv levende. Oplev gryden, herligheden og den skjulte historie i Chennai.
Turmuligheder
Rejseplan
Vi vil begynde vandringen ved den første engelske fæstning bygget i 1644 af East India Company. Under dette besøg vil vi museet inde i fortet for at forstå, hvordan briterne kom til at dominere Indien, deres styre og endelig hvordan Indien vandt sin uafhængighed. Bemærk museet holder lukket om fredagen. Vi vil også besøge St Mary's Church, den ældste anglikanske kirke i Indien.
Besøg den ældste anglikanske kirke i Indien for at sætte pris på "den sidste nadver".
Udforsk stedet for et par gamle fyrtårne, som var funktionelle under East India Companys tid.
Dette er en ikonisk art deco-bygning, der er gennemsyret af historie. Det var hovedkvarteret for Parrys selskab, som blev opkaldt efter Thomas Parry, som var walisisk og en af de første frie købmænd i Chennai. Bygningen er opkaldt efter hans John Dare, hans forretningspartner
Højesteret blev oprettet i 1862 ved et dekret fra dronning Victoria og betjener i dag staten Tamil Nadu. Vi vil fortælle om begivenhederne i 1914 under den første ordkrig, der førte til et angreb på denne bygning fra tyske ubåde. Dette er et af højdepunkterne på denne vandretur i Chennai.
Denne Chennai-vandring tager os forbi gaden, hvor armenske flygtninge for 300 år siden oprettede handel med silke, krydderier og ædelstene. Besøg den unikke armenske kirke for en fordybende oplevelse.
Højdepunkter
Hvad er inkluderet
Afhentningssteder og tider
Afhentning fra alle hoteller i Chennai
Rejsendes vurderinger
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- Der er adgang til offentlig transport i nærheden
- Velegnet til alle fitnessniveauer
Anmeldelser(154)
I truly had the best experience with Satish. He was so knowledgable on all that he spoke about, from the museum to all the churches and sights we visited. He guided me through everything we were looking at and took time to explain to the perfect degree. He adapted seamlessly when it began to downpour - it even made the experience more exciting! I felt super safe as a solo traveller, and he always made sure I was ok! This was truly a highlight of my time in Chennai, thank you Satish!! Would recommend this tour specifically if you only have time for one in Chennai.
We booked this very last minute as we had a day in Chennai before our flight in the early hours, and I'm so glad we did book it. The communications and arrangement for meeting up with Hareesh, our guide were excellent. The tour itself was a fascinating insight into the formation of Chennai, with the Brits having a very influential, and somewhat chequered role. Hareesh explained the many landmarks in a very engaging way eg Fort St George, St Mary's Church, the Indo-Saracenic architecture and the High Court. As well as the morning tour Hareesh gave us some excellent recommendations for local shopping, as well as visiting the oldest bookshoop in India (Higginbothams) and a wonderful biryani restaurant, which was heaving with locals. All great recommendations Hareesh. Thank you so much for responding at such late notice, and for helping us to experience what Cheannai has to offer. Thotoughly recommend 5Senses.
Really good tour and a nice way to learn about the history of Chennai. Guide speaks English very well.
Great experience and the tourguide really knows what he is talking about
We learned a lot and discovered new corners. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the history of Madras and not only want to see the museum. Attention was always paid to our needs and information was also given on many other topics.
It was an excellent tour with Sathish learning about George Town and the British. Knowledgeable and pleasant. Visiting lesser known parts of Chennai such as the Armenian church was super interesting
Sathish was a marvelous tour guide! Friendly, knowledgeable and ensured we were comfortable throughout the tour.
Hareesh was a wonderful tour guide. Very friendly, kind and knowledgeable. Enjoyed the tour a lot.
Satish was a brilliant guide, very friendly and knowledgeable - great company for a walk around Georgetown. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone that wants an informative tour with relaxed and personable company.
Fabulous sights of the colonial past with forward thinking discussion ending with some marvellous food choices for lunch. Thanks for being patient as I arrived late!
