Henry Martyn's Pagoda
Overview
- •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.
Highlights
- 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.
- He lived in India for several years before going to Iran, and he died there at 31.
- He was considered an introvert and an intense character.
Dress Code
Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
Things to Do
Visit Henry Martyn's Pagoda
FlexibleAn 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.
CultureEasy
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
It is about 1.6 km from central Serampore.
The most comfortable months are January, February, November and December; April is the hottest, with highs around 34°C.
Quick Information
Best Time
October to March
Related Topics
Explore More of Serampore
Destination Hub
Serampore Overview