Disappearing Kolkata
THE HIGH RISE IS COMING....
Disappearing Kolkata is a walk through the largely untouched streets of North Calcutta with the beginnings of modernity just starting to show. See it now, the rich street-scapes of a century ago, before they go. We visit a unique complex of Jain Temples on the walk, old palaces and stop off for a cup of tea and biscuits at an old 180 year old home. The highlights of the walk however are the narrow lanes, the old wrought iron homes, grandeur in decay, the bustling and crowded homes and communities of the poor, the small local temples, markets and workshops.
This is a part of Kolkata rich in history, home to many of the great Bengali Renaissance identities and to hard working small scale factory workers, street sellers and market workers.
It is a stroll back in time, come walk it slowly and enjoy the detail. Bring your camera or just your keen eye and enjoy the Kolkata of by gone days.
This is a part of Kolkata rich in history, home to many of the great Bengali Renaissance identities and to hard working small scale factory workers, street sellers and market workers.
It is a stroll back in time, come walk it slowly and enjoy the detail. Bring your camera or just your keen eye and enjoy the Kolkata of by gone days.
Where supermarkets have yet to dominate...
No doubt the big supermarkets will make their impact on North Kolkata. So far they have failed to do so. Many think this is a good thing too. Below are some scenes from a typical local market, largely covered, a bit wet and windy on a monsoon day but raw and alive. And the food is fresh.
