Bishnupur, Bankura , West Bengal
About Bishnupur, Bankura
Bishnupur, a famous place for temples, crafts and culture, that not only attracts historians but art lovers too come to this place. It derives its name from Lord Vishnu and that is why its present name is Bishnupur also deriving from the fact that majority of the people who ruled belong to the ‘Vaishnava' sect. The place was also known by the name Mallabhum after the Mallas who ruled it for long. Famous terracotta temples during the 17th and 18th century were built during reign of Malla kings only under whose rule art and craft prospered. These temples represent classical Bengali style of architecture built during this period. Not only architecture but terracotta craft and Baluchari sarees made of tussar silk are also famous. Trains can be boarded either from Howrah and Santragachi. It takes 4 to 5 hours via bus which plies from Esplanade, Kolkata. One has to buy tickets for visiting sites of Bishnupur Rs 5 for Indian citizens and foreigners have to pay more. There are various lodges to stay there. There are other places from Bishnupur that are also worth visit like Bahulara, Dihar, Jairambati, Susunia Pahar etc.
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Dalmadal Gun, Bishnupur, West Bengal
1.6 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
In Bishnupur one of the historical attraction is Dalmadal Gun or Dalmadal Cannon. Dalmadal Cannon is said to be built by Madan Mohan himself to...
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Jor Bangla Temple, Bishnupur, West Bengal
1.8 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Jor Bangla Temple in Bishnupur was built by Raghunatha Singha in 17th century. The architecture of this Temple is unique and is one of the...
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Lalji Temple, Bishnupur, West Bengal
1.9 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Lalji Temple has been built by Malla king Bir Singha, with Shikhara and built on raised platform of square shape. This temple has been devoted to...
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Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur, West Bengal
2.7 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Ancient town of Bishnupur is about 132 KMs from Kolkata & 38 KMs from Bankura town and is renowned for its terracotta temples and beautiful...
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Siddeshwar Temple - Bahulara, West Bengal
22.8 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Siddeshwar temple is believed to be more than a thousand years old and was built before the Mughal Empire came into power. The temple is situated...
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Gokulchand Temple, Gokulnagar, West Bengal
26.7 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Malla King Raghunath constructed the Gokulchand Temple, situated in Gokulnagar. Burnt clay bricks form the terracotta temples of Bishnupur which...
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Rasmancha, Bishnupur, West Bengal
41.6 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Rasmancha is a magnificent temple has been built by King Bir Himbira in 17th century having a pyramidal summit, sitting on Laterite platform. It...
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Chechuria Eco Park, West Bengal
53 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
170 km from Kolkata near to Bishnupur town is the man-made eco sanctuary named Chechuria Eco Park. It is considered goo picnic spot, since it has...
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Amarkanan and Koro Hill, West Bengal
57.3 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Koro hill along with Amarkanan at its base is a beautiful tourist destination located at a distance of 19 KMs from Bankura. The altitude of the...
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Susunia Hills, West Bengal
62 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Susunia Hills is situated at 1442 feet, runs 2 miles in length from east to west. The Susania Hill is a famous spot for trekking and rock...
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Mukutmonipur Dam, West Bengal
66.8 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Mukutmonipur Dam has became one of the most popular and revenue generating sites in the district of bankura. The tourist spot is known to be the...
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Anand Park, West Bengal
80.3 km from Bishnupur, Bankura - See map
Troika Park or Anand Park is an amusement park which is now known as the Anand Park. The park is the best place to spend quality leisure time...
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