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Serampore
Serampore is a town in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, on the western bank of the Hooghly River. One of the rare Danish colonies of India, Serampore is unique for its Danish-British-Bengali heritage.
Serampore at a Glance
Why Serampore?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Serampore College
- Henry Martyn's Pagoda
- Danish Governor House
- Jagannath Temple
Serampore at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Serampore College: The first college in Asia to award a degree. It was built in 1818 by the Serampore Trio.
- Henry Martyn's Pagoda: An old temple where Henry Martyn lived for some months. He was a Cantabrigian priest, who arrived in Calcutta (Kolkata) as an East India Company chaplain.
- Danish Governor House: The former seat of government of Serampore, originally a home of Ole Bie, who built the Danish colony.
- Jagannath Temple: The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since 1396.
Things to Do
- Danish Governor House: The former seat of government of Serampore, originally a home of Ole Bie, who built the Danish colony.
- St. Olav's Church: The Protestant church was once the centre for all European social and religious events. The church never had a Danish pastor, and was instead being managed by the Serampore Trio.
- Serampore College: The first college in Asia to award a degree. It was built in 1818 by the Serampore Trio.
- Serampore Mission Burial Ground: The cemetery where the Serampore Trio and their relatives are buried. The graves of William Carey, his wife Dorothy, and son Felix are lying side by side.
- Henry Martyn's Pagoda: An old temple where Henry Martyn lived for some months. He was a Cantabrigian priest, who arrived in Calcutta (Kolkata) as an East India Company chaplain.
- Jagannath Temple: The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since 1396.
Sightseeing Places
- Serampore College: The first college in Asia to award a degree. It was built in 1818 by the Serampore Trio.
- Henry Martyn's Pagoda: An old temple where Henry Martyn lived for some months. He was a Cantabrigian priest, who arrived in Calcutta (Kolkata) as an East India Company chaplain.
- Danish Governor House: The former seat of government of Serampore, originally a home of Ole Bie, who built the Danish colony.
- Jagannath Temple: The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since 1396.
Temples
- Jagannath Temple: The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since 1396.
Places That Define Serampore
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Serampore College
The first college in Asia to award a degree. It was built in 1818 by the Serampore Trio.
Henry Martyn's Pagoda
An old temple where Henry Martyn lived for some months. He was a Cantabrigian priest, who arrived in Calcutta (Kolkata) as an East India Company chaplain.
Danish Governor House
The former seat of government of Serampore, originally a home of Ole Bie, who built the Danish colony.
Jagannath Temple
The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since 1396.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 15 km from Serampore.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Shrirampur railway station, about 0 km from central Serampore.
- By Road: The famous Grand Trunk Road runs through Serampore as SH 6. SH 13 acts as a bypass of SH 6 and is a better way to reach Serampore if you don't want to follow the now-congested GT Road.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Serampore (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–34°C with about 180 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Serampore (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 385 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Serampore (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 78 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Serampore (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 14–26°C with about 4 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Serampore is a town in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, on the western bank of the Hooghly River. One of the rare Danish colonies of India, Serampore is unique for its Danish-British-Bengali heritage.
- Overview: Serampore is a town in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, on the western bank of the Hooghly River. One of the rare Danish colonies of India, Serampore is unique for its Danish-British-Bengali heritage.
- Ancient History: The city is several centuries old and has undergone significant transformations. It witnessed the arrival and establishment of a Danish settlement, which was later followed by a period of British rule.
Religious Significance
- Summary: Serampore is a town in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, on the western bank of the Hooghly River. One of the rare Danish colonies of India, Serampore is unique for its Danish-British-Bengali heritage.
- Famous For: Known for Serampore College, Henry Martyn's Pagoda and Danish Governor House.
- Overview: Serampore is a town in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, on the western bank of the Hooghly River. One of the rare Danish colonies of India, Serampore is unique for its Danish-British-Bengali heritage.
The Sacred Heart of Serampore
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Significance
The city is several centuries old and has undergone significant transformations. It witnessed the arrival and establishment of a Danish settlement, which was later followed by a period of British rule.
Spiritual Significance
The city is several centuries old and has undergone significant transformations. It witnessed the arrival and establishment of a Danish settlement, which was later followed by a period of British rule.
Pilgrimage Traditions
Serampore was a former colony under the Danish Empire under the name Frederiksnagore. The town is deeply associated with the Serampore Trio (William Carey, Joshua Marshman and William Ward), the three English missionaries who had made significant contributions to Bengali literature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Serampore is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 34°C) and the wettest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 15 km away. The nearest railway station is Shrirampur railway station, about 0 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Serampore College, Henry Martyn's Pagoda, Danish Governor House and Jagannath Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 34°C over the year, with about 1973 mm of rain in total.
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