Heritage

#1 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 1.5 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Rasmancha is a historical monument located in the town of Bishnupur, West Bengal. Surrounded by a well-maintained garden, it is the oldest brick temple and the only temple of its kind in the whole country.

Rasmancha was built by Malla King Bir Hambir in 1600 CE. The temple has a unique and unparalleled structure. This monument stands on a raised square laterite plinth with a pyramidal superstructure. The temple is surrounded by smaller Bengali-styled hut-like structures. The temple has one inner chamber housing the idols of Radha-Krishna. The inner sanctum of the temple is enclosed by three circumambulatory galleries which are surmounted by a colossal pyramidal structure. Further, these majestic pyramidal structures are embellished with exquisite terracotta work and motifs. It is enclosed by a passageway. There are some big cannons that date back to the Malla period.

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#2 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Jor Bangla Temple is an ancient temple located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. It is one of the top historical places in West Bengal and among the best places to experience Bishnupur tourism.

Also called Yorubangala, the Jor Bangla Temple in Bishnupur was built by King Raghunath Singha Dev II in the year 1655 CE. It is one of the few temples of Bishnupur which is in good condition. It is richly ornamented with terracotta carvings. The temple is known for its classic chala style of Bengal architecture. Made of laterite bricks, the temple has an appearance of two thatched huts joined together and surmounted by a single tower. One of the two huts serves as a porch, while the inner hut functions as the shrine. There is the idol of Shadbhuja (6 hands) of Shri Chaitanya in the prayer room which is not worshiped anymore.

The Jor Bangla Temple is famed for its opulent terracotta structure and delicate carvings on the walls. The carvings .....

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#3 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Lalji Temple is an ancient temple located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Situated near Jor Bangla Temple, it is one of the prominent terracotta temples of Bishnupur.

Lalji Temple was built in 1658 CE by Malla king Bir Singha II in Eka-Ranta style. This temple has been devoted to Radha-Krishna. This temple bears similar architectural concepts like many of the earlier temples. It is built on a square raised plinth, consisting of ornamental stucco decorations on low relief carvings. Descriptive and ornamental arches and an encompassment around the temple are a typical feature of the temple.

In front of the temple, there is a dancing hall and there is a tower in Orissan style in the west dedicated to Raghunath. The outer yard is divided from the inner by a wall and contains a small Pancharatna temple of Kameswar Siva with an inscription dated 1655 AD. The temple is enclosed by a wall entirely with a gateway passage towards the east. .....

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#4 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 3 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Madan Mohan Temple is one of the ancient temples located in Bishnupur town of West Bengal. It is one of the most beautiful historical temples in West Bengal and among the prime places to visit in Bishnupur as part of Kolkata Tour Packages.

The temple of Madan Mohan was constructed by Malla King Durjana Singh Deva in 1694 AD for his family deities of Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha. Built-in Eka-Ratna style, the temple has a square flat roof with curved cornices and a pinnacle over the top. It is relatively a bigger Eka-Ratna temple compared to other similar temples in Bishnupur and one of the most renowned temples in the town. The present temple was built after the original temple was damaged due to a massive earthquake in 1820.

The temple is mainly built of earthen bricks on a laterite block platform. The terracotta walls of this temple are very beautiful and covered with carvings, statues, and reliefs depicting mythological .....

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#5 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Radha Shyam Temple is the famous terracotta temple in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Located near Jor Bangla Temple, it is one of the popular temples to visit in Bishnupur.

Dedicated to Lord Krishna, the temple was built during the reign of King Chaitanya Singha in 1758 CE. The Radhashyam temple in Bishnupur is known for the terracotta style of architecture. This south-facing temple has a curved roof with a single tower that crowns the square structure of the building. Radha Shyam Temple is situated within a walled premise with a unique gateway structure. The front and the back surface of the gateway has superb terracotta carvings, mostly in the floral pattern.

Enshrining the images of Lord Krishna and Radha in the sanctum, the Radha Shyam Temple is esteemed as the living shrine in the region. Along with the Radha and Shyam (Lord Krishna), the sanctum also includes the images of Nityananda and Chaitanya. In the temple vicinity, there .....

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#6 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Radha Gobinda Temple is an old temple located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Situated near Jor Mandir Temple, it is one of the ancient architectural marvels of Bishnupur.

Dedicated to Lord Krishna, Radha Govinda Temple was built by Krishna Singh, son of Gopal Singha, in 1729 AD. It is an Ekaratna temple, built of laterite and consists of a square lower storey in the thatched-hut fashion of Bengal Temple architecture with a curvilinear tower above it. The facade of the temple is profusely carved. The decorative motifs include floral patterns, puranic scenes, and many geometrical depictions.

Currently maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, the temple is surrounded by a small garden which makes the temple more beautiful and also attracts many tourists to this place. One can also see a beautiful stone chariot and a man-made ancient pond with stone walls and steps in the temple compound. Visitors can get the entry tickets .....

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#7 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur


At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Stand, Radha Madhav Temple is an ancient temple situated at Dalmadal Para in Bishnupur town of West Bengal. Just opposite to Radha Gobinda Temple, it is one of the popular places of heritage in West Bengal and among the top places to visit in Bishnupur.

Radha Madhav temple is a beautiful laterite temple built in the Ek-Ratna architecture style. Dedicated to Lord Krishna, the temple was built by Malla rulers in the year 1737 CE. It consists of a square lower storey with a curved roof surmounted by a single sikhara. The temple has exquisite ornamentation, particularly in its front wall. Currently, there is no deity inside the temple.

The beauty of the temple is its three-arched entrance. The pillars and arches of the temple are beautifully carved, illustrating some life-learning lessons from the epic - Ramayana and Krishna Lila. Adjacent to the temple, there is a small Do Chala Mandap (double sloped roof) which enhances the beauty .....

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#8 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Stand, Nandalal Temple is an ancient temple situated at Dalmadal Para in Bishnupur town of West Bengal. Located near Jor Mandir Temples, it is one of the popular places of heritage in West Bengal and among the top places to visit in Bishnupur.

One of the seven Ek-Ratna temples in Bishnupur, Nandalal Temple is surrounded by a lush green garden. The fact about the creator of this temple is unknown. However, it is believed that the temple was built in the 17th century. The south-facing temple has a square ground plan with a single tower resting on a curved roof characteristic of Bengal-type. There is very little ornamentation of the lower relief of the arches of the front facade. Currently, there is no deity inside the temple.

Visitors can get the entry tickets for all the Bishnupur temples from Rasmancha including this one. Else, visitors are not allowed to enter inside the temple.

Timings: 6 AM - 6 PM

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#9 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Stand, Jor Mandir Temples is an ancient temple complex situated at Dalmadal Para in Bishnupur town of West Bengal. It is one of the popular places of heritage in West Bengal and among the prime Bishnupur Tourist Places.

Jor Mandir is a complex of three temples that were built by the Malla King Gopal Singha in the year 1726 CE. These three laterite temples represent the prevalent local thatched hut-type architecture. All these temples are square, and constructed on a raised platform and surmounted by a single sikhara with a sloping roof. The central temple is elaborately ornamented with exquisite stucco work, depicting scenes mostly from Ramayana and Krishna Lila. The temples are located in a large ASI secured enclosure and a well-maintained garden.

Visitors can get the entry tickets for all the Bishnupur temples from Rasmancha including this one. Else, visitors are not allowed to enter inside the temple.

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#10 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Stand, Shyam Rai Temple is an ancient temple situated within the fort of Bishnupur. Located near Jor Bangla Temple, it is one of the popular temples in Bishnupur and among the must-see places to experience Bishnupur tourism.

Popularly known as Pancha Ratna Temple, Shyam Rai Temple was built by King Raghunath Singha in the year 1643 AD. Like most of the temples in Bishnupur, this is also dedicated to Lord Krishna. Maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, the temple is an example of the Pancha Ratna (Five gems) architecture and is surrounded by a beautiful garden. This is the most profusely carved temple in Bishnupur.

It stands on a low square plinth and consists of an ambulatory pathway with a porch opened by three arches on the four sides of the temple. This brick-built temple consists of a square roof surmounted by five towers. The central tower itself is octagonal while the other four are square in shape. The walls are richly .....

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Museum

#11 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 1 km from Jor Bangla Temple and 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Bishnupur Museum is a museum located at Dalmadal Para in Bishnupur town of West Bengal. Officially known as Acharya Jogesh Chandra Purakriti Bhawan, it is one of the prime places to visit in Bishnupur.

Established in 1951, Bishnupur Museum is the only museum in the entire district of Bankura related to art and archaeology. The museum is now under the control of the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Ministry of Information and Culture, Government of West Bengal. The museum has nearly 5000 manuscripts, 100 sculptures of the 10th-12th century CE, British history and several invaluable specimens of textiles, various photographs, and folk arts and crafts.

From microliths of the Mesolithic era to sculptures of the 12th century, the museum has an invaluable collection. This Museum accounts for the coins and artifacts from the very ancient days of rulers in Bishnupur, starting from the Gupta kings .....

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#12 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 1 km from Jor Mandir Temples and 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Kalachand Temple is an ancient temple located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Situated near Radha Madhav Temple, it is one of the must-visit places in Bishnupur as part of Kolkata Tour Packages.

Built-in 1656 AD, the marvelous Kalachand Temple was built by King Raghunatha Singha in the Ek-Ratna architectural style with laterite stone. Dedicated to Lord Krishna, this is the last and the oldest of the laterite structures in Bishnupur. The temple stands on a square platform and the shrine is surmounted by a shikhara on a sloping roof. The frontal facade contains bas-reliefs depicting scenes from Krishna Lila, Puranas and contemporary life. This Ekaratna temple is enclosed by a double compound wall in bricks now in ruins. Sadly, the temple does not house any deity currently.

Visitors can get the entry tickets for all the Bishnupur temples from Rasmancha including this one. Else, visitors are not allowed .....

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#13 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 2.5 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Murali Mohan Temple is a Hindu temple located in the town of Bishnupur, West Bengal. It is one of the ancient temples built by Malla Kings in Bishnupur and among the must-visit places for history lovers as part of Kolkata Tour Packages.

Dedicated to Lord Krishna, Murali Mohan Temple was built in 1665 AD by Shiromani Devi, the queen of Bir Singha II. This is a south-facing Ek-Ratna temple built with laterite. This is one of the seven Ek-Ratna temples located in Bishnupur. It is square on plan and the sanctum is surmounted by a sikhara instead of an arched cover. This temple is quite different from other temples, as walls surround the first floor and it has a pillared corridor on all four sides. This type of open pathway is rare in Bengali temples. The roof looks like the roof of ordinary houses.

Visitors can get the entry tickets for all the Bishnupur temples from Rasmancha including this one. Else, visitors are not allowed .....

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#14 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 1.5 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Dalmadal Cannon is one of the famous cannon located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Situated near Chinnamasta Temple and Jor Mandir Temples, it is one of the popular historical attractions in Bishnupur.

'Dal Madal' means 'destruction of the enemy'. It is a big cannon made of wrought iron and believed to have been fired by the God Madan Mohan himself when the Marathas attacked Bishnupur in the 17th Century during the reign of King Gopal Singha. Dalmadal is the biggest one built by the Malla kings of Bengal and has not rusted with time with the outer diameter of 66.5 cm.

The cannon is mounted on a masonry platform. It is 3.8 m long with a bore of 28.6 cm. The site is well maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, has put a board detailing the history and measurement details in front of the cannon. The canon is kept within an enclosure that attracts lots of tourists from far off places.

Timings: 6 AM - 6 PM

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Nature

#15 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 28 km from Bankura and 65 km from Bishnupur, Susunia hill is situated at Susunia village in Bankura district of West Bengal. It is one of the ideal picnic spots for the people residing in the surrounding areas.

Placed at an altitude of 1442 feet, Susunia is a part of the Eastern Ghats. The entire hill is covered with a rich flora of beautiful shrubbery, majestic trees, and rare medicinal plants. The hill is famous for rock climbing and trekking. During winters, trekking and camping activities are arranged on the Susunia Hill. Enveloped in the ranges of the Eastern Ghats and resting amidst the lush greenery, spending a day on this hill is the perfect way to escape the loud and polluted airs of the city.

Susunia hill is one of the well-known fossil and archaeological sites where thousands of years old fossils of animals like hyenas, Asiatic lions and giraffes have been found. Not just fossils, upon excavation, tools that were known to be used in the Stone Age .....

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Nature

#16 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 78 from Bankura and 95 km from Bishnupur, Jhilimili is a magnificent tourist place in Bankura district of West Bengal. Also known as Darjeeling of South Bengal, it is one of the unique spots in West Bengal and among the popular tourist places to experience Bishnupur tourism.

Jhilimili is famous for its dense forests and natural beauty. Jhilimili, in Bengali, means 'sparkle' and is said that the place partially derives its name from the 'sparkle' of the soil. The place is situated on a hillock and amidst thick, dense forests of varying heights. The Kangsabati River flows right through this forest and its banks are a perfect spot to have a picnic. There is a watchtower which offers an amazing view of the surroundings, including that of the descending elephants from the Dalma Hill during winters.

Jhilimili has a serene and peaceful climate, which makes it a perfect gateway for city dwellers in search of some peace from their hectic schedule. Small tribal villages .....

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Pilgrimage

#17 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 41 km from Bishnupur and 75 km from Bankura, Jayrambati is a religious and tourist destination located in Bankura district of West Bengal. It is one of the best places in West Bengal and among the important tourist places to visit near Bishnupur.

Jayrambati is the birthplace of Ma Sarada Devi, wife of Ramakrishna Paramhansa. She is worshipped as the Holy Mother by the followers of Sri Ramakrishna. Surrounded by lush green trees and shrubs, it is an offbeat but stunning tourist destination.

Jayrambati Math is the main attraction and a must-visit place, especially for the people who seek spirituality and wish to offer their prayers to Goddess. The other major attraction here is Matri Mandir, dedicated to Ma Sarada Devi. Built-in 1923, the temple houses a marble image of Sarada Devi along with the holy relics of Sarada Devi in the sanctum sanctorum.

The place has few other attractions such as Dharma Thakur Temple dedicated to Sundara Narayana Dharma Thakur .....

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#18 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 47 km from Bishnupur and 59.5 km from Bankura, Hadal & Narayanpur are the twin villages located in Bankura district of West Bengal. Situated on the banks of the Bodai River, it is one of the famous places to visit near Bishnupur.

Hadal and Narayanpur are situated side by side and belongs to the same administrative division. It is said that the village was first established by one 'Murokata' Chakraborty, who literally cut down trees to start up the village. The village is famous for the Mandal family terracotta temples that comprise of Barataraf, Mejotaraf, and the Chhototaraf temples.

The first temple that houses the idol of Bramhani Devi is not like the traditional structure. It was a modern flat-roofed structure with the entrance displaying a painting of Lord Shiva dancing with the body of Sati on his shoulder. Made of black 'Kasti Pathar', the idol of the goddess has four hands and surprisingly has a strong resemblance to south Indian idols. There are small .....

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City | Heritage

#19 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 8 km from Howrah, 133 km from Kharagpur, 167 km from Durgapur, 251 km from Balasore, 270 km from Dhanbad, 289 km from Jamshedpur, 424 km from Cuttack, 449 km from Bhubaneswar, 480 km from Gaya, 550 km from Siliguri and 579 km from Patna, Kolkata is the capital city of the West Bengal, India. Formerly known as Calcutta, it is the second-largest city in India after Mumbai and among the most popular tourist places to visit in West Bengal.

Fondly called as the 'City of Joy', Kolkata is a vibrant 350-year-old metropolis located on India's Eastern Coast and has retained its quintessential charm despite modernization. It holds an important place in the economy, politics, and culture of India. The city is associated with some of the greatest thinkers, artists, filmmakers, and writers like Rabindranath Tagore, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay and Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay and Satyajit Ray.

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Distance (From Bishnupur): 136 Kms
Trip Duration (From Bishnupur - Including Travel): 1-2 Days
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Heritage | Pilgrimage

#20 of 20 Places to Visit in Bishnupur

At a distance of 20 km from Barrackpore, 48 km from Howrah, 50 km from Kolkata, 150 km from Haldia, 155 km from Kharagpur, 158 km from Midnapore, 177 km from Murshidabad, 469 km from Bhubaneshwar, 478 km from Tatanagar, 526 km from Puri, 531 km from Siliguri, and 589 km from Darjeeling, Hooghly is a historical city & district located in the Indian state of West Bengal. Also known as Hugli or Hooghly-Chuchura, it is one of the popular places of heritage in India and among the must include tourist destinations in West Bengal Tour Packages.

The town of Hooghly got its name from the famous river that flows through it. The name of the place is also spelt as Hugli & Hoogli. It shares its borders with Howrah in South, Bardhaman in North, River Hooghly flows in its East, and Medinipur in West. Between the 13th-15th centuries, the Hooghly town used to be an important sea route for the trade carried between India & other countries. Hooghly port was the place where the 1st cross-trade began .....

Distance (From Bishnupur): 134 Kms
Trip Duration (From Bishnupur - Including Travel): Full Day
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