Port to Court - Walk the heritage miles

The Story of Bombay is one of many an interesting tale. Legend has it, that when the British got the 7 islands of Bombay as a dowry for the Portuguese, King Charles was made to believe it lay somewhere close to Brazil? Of course he was shocked to learn that these islands, in the middle of nowhere were home to fishermen and mosquitos. A whole lot of mosquitos. So much so, that the Bombay islands was called the land of "2 monsoons", where the life expectancy was a mere two years before you succumbed to an illness. It made sense then to lease these islands to the East India Company at an annual rent of 10 pound sterling. 10 pound sterling was the cost of 1 pound of tea. British and tea, quite poetic we say. 

EIC saw its potential and that's where the growth of Mumbai was envisaged as the first city of India: Urbs Primus in Indus. It became the second most populous city in the British empire and most important city of commerce to the East of the Indies. A walk through the South Precinct of the city is like walking back in time when the British Empire was at its zenith and stories of war, racism, arranged marriages and even aliens, among other fascinating tales, have been lost in its stones. 

This tour though is all about stories, folklore and legends that exist in the labyrinth. Our focus is on unknown stories that bring these structures to life. 

• Did you know about a temporary Taj Mahal that was built to commemorate the arrival of King and the Queen?

• Have you heard about an alcoholic drink dedicated to the American Civil War? 

• Heard of Seema Aunty in British Bombay?

• Did you know about the Alien connection of Mumbai?

• Have you learned about India's first work from home? 

• Do you know about the arrival of Bollywood in Mumbai?

•Are you familiar with the first action hero of Indian Cinema? Move over Tiger Shroff.

• Have you heard of the story of the Bombay Fort? 

• Are you aware of the first Trial by Media? 

Many Many more such stories. 

Post lockdown, we’re super stoked to announce our on-ground tours with proper social distancing measures as made mandatory by the Government of Maharashtra. The safety of our patrons is our topmost priority and hence we expect you to wear a mask and carry sanitisers. We will be restricting our tours to a maximum of 15 guests and will be touring in areas which are not densely populated at the touring hours. 

* There will be a tour guide system available with the Tour Leader

* This tour will be conducted with proper social distancing 

* All participants need to wear a mask/face shield and carry sanitisers 

* If the guest has cold, flu or any symptoms, they need to notify the organisers immediately. 

* No Footprints holds the right of reservation and entry on this tour 

* Ticket once booked cannot be cancelled or refunded.