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May 1, 2024 · Serampore is a well-known city located in the Hooghly district of West Bengal. This pre-colonial city on the west bank of the Hooghly River was part of Danish India under the name Frederiknagore from 1755 to 1845. It is tucked with beautiful cultural heritage sites associated with Dane Officials.
Jan 5, 2024 · Serampore, a historical town on the banks of the Hooghly River, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or someone seeking tranquility, Serampore has something to offer for everyone.
Oct 26, 2023 · Serampore: The ‘Danish’ city of West Bengal. The Danish made Serampore their trading post in 1755 and later sold it to the British. They even named it Frederiksnagore after the Danish king Frederik the Fifth. Serampore College is the oldest college in the Indian subcontinent.
Dec 28, 2023 · Visit Serampore to discover its quaint and unique blend of Danish and local monuments. Adil Ahmad Published 28.12.23, 07:33 PM. The quiet, leafy campus and central building of Serampore College, a heritage structure built in 1818 iStock.
Aug 21, 2024 · The history of Danish ruled Serampore and the restoration efforts by National Museum of Denmark to renovate the St Olav's Church and the Denmark Tavern on the banks of the Hooghly River. Open in...
Aug 13, 2024 · William Carey was the founder of the English Baptist Missionary Society (1792), a lifelong missionary to India, and an educator whose mission at Shrirampur (Serampore) set the pattern for modern missionary work.
Apr 8, 2024 · Serampore, located in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, is a town with historical importance. It was once a Danish Colony and still houses some Danish buildings and monuments. The town also features some of the best architectural homes of affluent Bengali merchants.
Oct 12, 2023 · Serampore, a town on the bank of the River Hooghly in Hooghly district of West Bengal, has drawn media attention during the last few decades, for the various historical elements rooted across the riverine stretch.
Jun 5, 2024 · Serampore is a heritage town in the district of Hooghly over the Hooghly River in West Bengal. The culture here is deep rooted and holds a rich history and intermingling of the British, Danish and Indian culture is found. Serampore was under Danish control during 1777 and was ruled by King Frederik V of Denmark.
Jan 28, 2024 · St. Olav is a protestant church built in 1806 in a small Danish colony known as Fredriksnagore, now called Serampore. This landmark is of great cultural significance and a part of long Indian history. Serampore boasts and displays this beautifully constructed church, once operated by Ole Bie, the Danish administrative head.
