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Indian Postcards by Region

Every corner of India tells a unique story, and our rare Indian postcards collection, sorted by region, brings these narratives to life. Our classification follows the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, and the North Eastern Council Act, 1971, ensuring historical accuracy. In addition to India’s six official zones, we also feature dedicated sections for Aden, Burma, and Pakistan, regions that were once part of British India and share deep historical ties. Delve into the regions below to uncover postcards that capture the essence of India and beyond.

North India Postcards

Northern India’s postcards capture Mughal grandeur, colonial heritage, and princely state opulence. This region includes Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, and Rajasthan, covering cities such as Delhi, Amritsar, Jaipur, Shimla, Srinagar, and more.

Collectors will find British-era Delhi postcards showcasing the Red Fort and Connaught Place, along with early postcards from Shimla and Dalhousie, reflecting the charm of colonial hill stations. The royal legacy of Rajasthan comes alive through vintage postcards of Jaipur’s palaces, Udaipur’s lakes, and Jodhpur’s forts. Amritsar’s Golden Temple, a spiritual and architectural masterpiece, is also a highlight of this region.

North East India Postcards

The North Eastern region of India is known for its lush tea plantations, colonial-era settlements, and rich tribal heritage. This section includes Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, along with Sikkim.

Rare vintage postcards highlight Shillong’s British-era buildings, Darjeeling’s iconic toy trains, Assam’s vast tea estates, and Nagaland’s vibrant festivals. Many postcards also depict missionary settlements, early railway expansion, and pre-independence maps of the Northeast frontier.

Central India Postcards

Central India is home to princely states, historic trade routes, and architectural marvels. This section includes Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, covering cities such as Agra, Benaras (Varanasi), Cawnpore (Kanpur), Gwalior, Lucknow, and Mussoorie.

Postcards from this region capture Agra’s Mughal splendor, with rare depictions of the Taj Mahal, Lucknow’s Nawabi elegance, Kanpur’s colonial cantonments, and Gwalior’s imposing fort. Mussoorie’s hill station charm and Madhya Pradesh’s historic temples and stupas add to the region’s historical appeal. Collectors will also find vintage postcards of bustling markets.

East India Postcards

Eastern India, a region of maritime trade, colonial governance, and spiritual centers, includes Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal.

Postcards from Calcutta (Kolkata) offer a glimpse into its colonial-era architecture, grand institutions, and bustling riverfront. Collectors will find vintage depictions of Howrah Bridge, the Victoria Memorial, and British administrative headquarters. Collectors will also find vintage postcards of Bengal’s rural landscapes, Odisha’s Jagannath Temple, and Bihar’s Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

West India Postcards

Western India blends Portuguese, British, and Maratha influences, featuring Goa, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.

Vintage postcards from Bombay (Mumbai) highlight depictions of the Gateway of India, grand Victorian buildings, and lively street scenes. Gujarat’s postcards depict ancient trade routes, Mughal palaces, and intricately carved Hindu temples. Meanwhile, Goan postcards, representing the legacy of Portuguese India, showcase churches, coastal forts, fishing villages, and vibrant local marketplaces, reflecting the region’s unique fusion of European and Indian culture.

South India Postcards

Southern India is known for its Dravidian temple architecture, colonial settlements, and ancient trade ports, covering Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana.

Postcards from this region showcase Madras (Chennai) as a British trade hub, Mysore’s grand palaces, and Kerala’s picturesque backwaters. Collectors will find rare lithographic postcards of South Indian temples. French India postcards highlight the colonial charm of Pondicherry (Puducherry), featuring French-style architecture, Catholic churches, and bustling marketplaces, reflecting a unique blend of French and South Indian influences.

Aden Postcards

Aden, part of British India from 1839 to 1937, played a crucial role in maritime trade between India and Europe before being separated and placed under British administration as a Crown Colony.

Vintage postcards from Aden depict colonial forts, camel caravans, bustling ports, and Arabian street markets. Collectors will find vintage images of bustling ports which played a key role in maritime trade between India, Africa, and the Middle East. These British Aden postcards capture the fusion of Arab, Indian, and European influences, reflecting the port’s historical significance.

Burma Postcards

Burma was a province of British India until 1937, after which it became a separate British colony. It had a unique blend of Buddhist traditions, colonial governance, and vibrant marketplaces.

Postcards from Burma feature depict Rangoon’s (Yangon’s) colonial-era streets, bustling river trade along the Irrawaddy, and British military outposts. These British Burma postcards also showcase Mandalay’s royal palaces, Buddhist pagodas, and traditional markets, offering a glimpse into daily life, religious heritage, and the lasting influence of British rule during the colonial period.

Pakistan Postcards

Before Partition in 1947, Baluchistan, North-West Frontier, Sindh, and parts of Punjab were part of British India. Today, they are part of Pakistan its independence on 14 August 1947.

Postcards from this region depict Lahore’s grand Mughal landmarks, historic mosques, and vibrant bazaars, alongside Karachi’s bustling port and colonial-era institutions featuring a mix of Mughal, British, and local influences. Collectors will find vintage images of Quetta’s British military cantonments, Peshawar’s historic Khyber Pass, and Multan’s ancient shrines, each reflecting the region’s rich cultural and architectural heritage.