A India Portugueza Conferencia feita em 16 de março de 1908

A vivid snapshot of early‑20th‑century Portuguese India comes alive through the words of a naval captain who visited the subcontinent in 1897‑98. He weaves personal recollections of bustling ports such as Bombay and Calcutta, the lofty heights of Darjeeling, and the sacred banks of the Ganges with observations of everyday life, religion and caste structures. Interspersed with striking photographic plates, the talk offers listeners a rare visual‑and‑verbal tour of a region still teeming with mystery for European eyes.

The speaker’s tone is modest, admitting he is no scholar of administration but an eager observer of cultures ranging from Buddhist monks to Hindu fakirs. Listeners will hear anecdotes about the glittering palaces of Jaipur, the lively streets of Ahmedabad, and the austere rituals hidden in remote temples. The lecture sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the Indian subcontinent’s rich tapestry, inviting curiosity without promising conclusions.