Bengal

Little Europe on the Ganges: How European Powers Shaped Chandannagar, Bandel, and Serampore

Little Europe on the Ganges

The banks of the Ganges River hold a fascinating secret: three small Bengali towns that became miniature versions of European capitals. Chandannagar, Bandel, and Serampore transformed from quiet riverside settlements into bustling colonial outposts where French, Portuguese, and Danish cultures … Read More