Dutch Cemetery, Monument of national importance in Hugli-Chuchura, India
Description
The cemetery contains around 47 tombs and memorial stones that blend European and Indo-Islamic architectural elements in their design. The graves are arranged irregularly within a compact space surrounded by urban structures.
History
The cemetery originated in the early 1700s when the Dutch East India Company established a trading post at this section of the river. It marks the Dutch commercial presence in the region during the colonial trading period.
Culture
The gravestones bear names and dates of Dutch people who lived and died during the trading period on the Bengal River. These inscriptions tell the story of individuals who spent their lives far from home in this place.
Practical
The cemetery is maintained by India's Archaeological Survey and remains accessible to visitors interested in colonial history. The site is relatively small and easy to navigate, located conveniently within the town center of Hugli-Chuchura.
Did you know?
This is one of the few places in the city that remains as open space amid modern urban development. The cemetery offers a rare glimpse into the past without typical tourist infrastructure or crowds.
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