Sri Vijaya Puram, November 11: The Department of Art & Culture, A&N Administration, will conduct a Heritage Walk along the Kalapani Trail in Sri Vijaya Puram on November 21 from 5.30 am to 7 am, as part of a series of heritage walks it plans to hold on a regular basis in and around the city. The walks are intended to showcase the Islands’ historical and cultural legacy to tourists, residents, students and heritage enthusiasts.
The walk will be led by local historian Mr. Pronab Sircar. It will start at the Mazar of Allama Fazl-e-Haq Khairabadi and pass the Lady Convicts’ Barrack, the Government Press, Blessington, JNRM and the Battle of Aberdeen Memorial.
The walk is open to tourists, students, freelance and empanelled tourist guides, representatives of tour operators and anyone interested in the Islands’ heritage. According to the Department, participants will learn about the history, architecture and stories of different sites in Sri Vijaya Puram, while local guides and tourism students will get an opportunity to learn and carry these experiences forward.
Those interested may contact the Department of Art & Culture on 03192-234775 or at artand.culture@and.nic.in for participation details on or before November 19, 2026.
