The Influence of Colonial Architecture on Indian Tea Estates
The Influence of Colonial Architecture on Indian Tea Estates 1. Introduction Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiris, Indian tea estates stand as a testament to the intertwined history of colonialism and tea cultivation. From the mid-1800s, British planters transformed vast tracts of land into flourishing tea gardens, leaving an indelible mark…