Classic Little India Tour

Please get tickets here: https://ccchouston.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/4464

Tour description: Book this unique dive into the richness of Indian heritage with us and enjoy a full day of activities with the full comfort of a chauffeured vehicle so you can spend quality with your loved ones instead of dealing with traffic. Take in the splendor of a revered Hindu temple, feel the rhythm of Indian dance through a captivating demonstration where you can even learn a few moves yourself. Delight yourself with authentic Indian cuisine, and conclude your journey with a visit to the inspiring Mahatma Gandhi Museum.

Date & time: Sunday, May 19th, 8:30 AM-4 PM

Tour Itinerary

08:30 AM Depart from Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036. Please arrive 10-15 min early to allow for check-in.

8:40 AM Start drive BAPS | As we drive down Hilcroft District we will learn about the development of Little India, which parallels much of Chinatown Bellaire's own development

09:00 AM BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir | Completed in the year 2004, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Houston is a popular Hindu temple built upon the principles of the Shilpa Shastras. The largest in the state, it consists of the open-air temple building, a haveli, a surrounding deck, open grounds and an Understanding Hinduism exhibition.

10:15 AM Qahwah House Houston | Though not Indian, this Yemeni sweet spot will be a much needed stop. The coffee and tea selection at Qahwah House is a true delight. From rich, aromatic espressos to velvety cappuccinos, each cup is expertly crafted to perfection. Purchase on your own.

11:15 AM Anjali Dance School Dance showcase & Demo | Dance workshop provided by Anjali School of Dance | Discover the tradition of Indian Dance through this wonderful demonstration. Also be prepared to learn a few dance moves in this interactive experience.

12:40 PM Bombay Delight | Lunch at Bombay Delight. Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal.

2:10 PM Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston (EGMH) | EGMH is a cultural and educational museum dedicated to preserving and promoting Mahatma Gandhi's legacy by cultivating the universal values of Truth, Nonviolence, Peace, Love, and Service. The museum will highlight the power of nonviolent conflict resolution through examples of peace leaders worldwide.

3:45 PM Tour End

Individual ticket prices cover bus driver, tour guide, service (coordination) fees, and Gandhi Museum admission. Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal. All tickets will be refunded in the event a full booking of 12 is not met. Please email Jo Truong, at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this tour or any other of our Asian Heritage Month activities.

Please get tickets here: https://ccchouston.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/4464

Host or Publisher Chinese Community Center of Houston