The Chinese settlement of Calcutta (Kolkata) dates back to to 1780s when a trader named Tong Achew set up his sugar factory near present day Budge-Budge. The place today is known as Achipur, after Tong Achew.
The Chinese soon deserted Achipur and are presently settled in Tangra & Tiretta Bazar regions of Calcutta (Kolkata).
The Calcutta (Kolkata) Chinese community celebrates the Chinese New Year in traditional way complete with dragon & lion dances.
The above photo shows a dragon making its way through the winding streets of Tiretta Bazar. |
