Steering the Rails: The Anglos of Perambur

Join us for a walk along the streets of Perambur, unearthing the stories of a community that claimed the areas as theirs. Dedicated to the smooth functioning of the Indian Railways, the Anglo-Indian men and women were integral to steering the rails of the company and partaking in its extraordinary growth. To them, the Railways were more than simple trains on the tracks.

Now, much has changed, with the Anglo diaspora dispersed across the world. The Anglo-Indian culture, one being Indian with a distinctive Western flair, can still be found hidden within the structures that exist along the area. This heritage walk will focus on the stories and lives of the Anglo-Indians that resided in the locality, by tracing their institutions of work, worship and recreation.

What Participants Say

The content was fascinating and really well delivered!

Extremely informative, great energy from Ashmitha, some wonderful buildings and great content transporting us to Perambur's past!

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Walk Details

Focus: History, Community, Culture
Research Duration: 4 months (and, ongoing!)

Walk Duration: 2 hours
Timings: 06:30 am – 08:30 am
Starting Point: Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine
Ending Point: Perambur Carriage Works Railway Station
Includes:

Understanding the impact of the Anglo-Indians on the social fabric of Perambur
Visit to significant institutions:
- Our Lady of Lourdes Church
- Southern Railway Institute
- CSI Holy Cross Church

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* Private walks are subject to the availability of the walk leader. Please confirm the walk date and time at least 7-15 days before the start date of the walk. We require adequate time to process permissions and logistics and confirm the selected walk route.