There was a time when Bentinck Street in central Kolkata had rows and rows of Chinese shoemakers. People would throng Bentinck Street to buy the handmade shoes which were durable and stylish.
Now, the shops are mostly gone as people do not have the time, or just do not understand the value of handmade shoes any more perhaps. A handful of shops are still left, like Sen-Fo & Co. If you want to encase your feet in a made-to-order snug fit, head here.