Terracotta Temple Of Bishnupur , Bishnupur, Bankura
About Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur
Ancient town of Bishnupur is about 132 KMs from Kolkata & 38 KMs from Bankura town and is renowned for its terracotta temples and beautiful Baluchari saaris made of Tussar silk. The town is dotted with numerous such temples and ruins that have unique architecture. There are all and all-16 temples in the city. Some important temples are Lalji temple, Malleshwar temple, Kalachand, Radha Madhab, Radhagobinda temple, Jorbangla, Madan Mohan temple, Radhashyam temple, Shyam Rai temple, and Rasmancha. The town artists also sell artifacts, pottery and even jewelry made of terracotta.
The Bishnupur mela (fair) is held in the last week of December every year, followed by the Bishnupur utsav, a classical music and dance festival. Visit the Pancha Ratna temple of Shyam Rai, Madanmohan temple, Jorebangla temple of Keshto Rai and Rasmancha. Bishnupur is a home for celebrated classical musical gharana Dalmadal Kaman.
Malleshwar temple is an old one and was constructed by Bir Singh in 1622. The forte of the temple is the base moldings and stone elephants. The Jor-bangla temple is one of the finest monuments in the city. Raghunath Roy in 1655 had built this temple. The temple is beautifully adorned with terrocotta walls from both inside and outside.
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Places to Visit near Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur
Lalji Temple, Bishnupur, West Bengal
1.1 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Jor Bangla Temple, Bishnupur, West Bengal
2.4 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Shyam Rai Temple, Bishnupur, West Bengal
2.7 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - See map
Shyam Rai Temple of 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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Dalmadal Gun, Bishnupur, West Bengal
3.4 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Gokulchand Temple, Gokulnagar, West Bengal
22.6 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Siddeshwar Temple - Bahulara, West Bengal
23.2 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Rasmancha, Bishnupur, West Bengal
36.3 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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
55.4 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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
56.5 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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
62.4 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Anand Park, West Bengal
67.3 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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Mukutmonipur Dam, West Bengal
69 km from Terracotta Temple of Bishnupur - 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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