Bazaar Walk through Chitpur
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Chitpur is the heart of the “native†or “black†quarters of pre-independence Calcutta. It houses not only vibrant traditional bazaars, but also several palatial residences of wealthy Bengalis who lived the rich “babu†lifestyle. The area is populated by Hindus (Bengali and Marwari) and Muslims alike. The markets reflect a wide range of textiles, utensils and daily needs goods to meet the diverse needs of these communities.