Kolkata is famous for numerous things. Bit old, bit of ethnicity revolves around the city. Well, to attract more tourists both foreign and native the state Government has decided to revive the old facets. The government has decided to run special trams for the tourists from this December.
Trams being the heritage mode of transport which was make known to us erstwhile British rules in 1873. Among the tourists it is one of the nostalgic moments. It is a touch of macabre just to get closer with the joyous city. These trams are going to be run by Transport & Tourism Department in joint collaboration. The routes decided to cover the points of all rich historical legacy of Victoria Memorial, Race course & Shahid Minar. This team will run from Esplande to Khidderpore and service was effective from 15th of December 2017.
The trams would have luxurious seating, curtained Windows. Moreover, snacks would be served inside. 5 such trams, which would be non-A.C, would be running initially providing a new winter session to Kolkatans and foreigners too.