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Initially, Puthia was a village of Laskarpur Pargana, named after Laskar Khan Nilamber, the brother of the first zamindar of Puthia, who was the first to receive the title of Raja from the Mughal emperor Jahangir. A partition of the estate took place in 1744 and the zamindari was divided among 4 co shares among whom the panch ani (five annas) and char ani (four annas) co-shares become famous in conducting jamindary. Puthia Rajbari is surrounded by ditches. The south end of an open field is where panch ani palace is situated. 4.31 acres of land was used for the Rajbari. The once strong walls surrounding the place are now damaged in places. The rajbari is divided into 4 courts : Kachhari (office) Angan (court) Mandir angan or Gobindabari (temple court) Andar Mahal (inner quarters) Residence of Maharani Hemanti Kumari The rooms are built around the courts in the palace, with the exception of the Kachari Angan, the courts are one storeyed. Kachari Angan has porticos on both the west and east ends which project in the Palladian manner. The west entrance gate leads to Kachari Angan while the other leads to Temple or Gobindabari courts. Each portico is supported by 4 semi-Corinthian columns rising the full height of the building. The porticos contain arcaded, semi-glazed loggias at the first floor level. The building's central portion, between the porticos, continues the columned theme and also has a loggia at first floor level. Also here the 4 semi Corinthian pillars cover the upper parts of the building. A wooden staircase leads to the upper floor on the east side. There are three rooms of different size, two of which were used as treasuries. The other side, (Western) has 4 rooms with two verandahs. Close to Govindabari, there are two small rooms with verandah. Now, most of the rooms built on the east and south of Kachari Angan are at ruins. The northern block of the building with east–west axis is double storeyed and has a wide hall of 21.95m x 7.16m. The upper storeyed portion has six variously announced rooms. In front of the hall there is a wide verandah with balconies on either side. The Pancharatna Bara Gobinda temple is located at the Gobindabari of this palace. The temple is beautifully ornamented with terracotta carvings. There are two rooms and several bathrooms in the western part of Andar Mahal. Most of the rooms in the court in western part of Andar Mahal are in ruins. In the eastern part of Ander Mahal there is one storeyed residence of Rani Hemanta Kumari. It has a porch in front of it and a central reception hall with nine rooms. There are extended verandahs with arches in front and rear of the hall room. Iron and wooden beams have been used in the roof.
Haq NabilHaq Nabil
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Hi it's Md. Mohor Ali Mreedha Once again. Today i wanna talk about Puthia Rajbari (Palace): Puthia Rajbari palace was built in 1895 for Queen Hemanta Kumari. The Royal palace is an example of Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture. The palace precinct holds some of the greatest historical and architectural resources of our country. There are fourteen ancient Hindu temples of different architectural styles erected by the lords of this palace in different times of their rule over the north-western part of Bangladesh. Bagha Mosque: Bagha Mosque is a beautiful pre-Mughal period mosque, located in a remote village named “Bagha”, 40 km south-east of Rajshahi city. It is known from an inscription stone found in Bagha Mosque complex that the mosque was built in 1523 A.D. by the Sultan of Bengal Nasiruddin Nasrat Shah. The inscription stone is currently preserved in a museum at Karachi in Pakistan. Sardah, Charghat: Sardah is another tourist attraction of the district. Sardah is about twenty kilometers away from Rajshahi town. The beauty of the one and only police training center located here is beyond words, at the same time the historical background of the campus area is also very rich. There are two kuthis named ‘Bara Kuthi’ and ‘Chhota Kuthi’. These two kuthis were built in 1781 by the Dutch East India Company. When the British East India Company acquired these in 1835 from the Dutch, these establishments became the centre of principal headquarters of 152 Indigo kuthis of Rajshahi region. Santhal Para: Santhal para is the place where one of oldest ethnic groups – Santhal - lives retaining their own religion, traditions, and customs. It is located in the western part –Mahish-Bathan— of the town. Santhal is the only ethnic group who revolted against the British in 1857. The Santhal Rebellion was the most serious challenge faced by the English East India Company in the first century of its rule. Anyone can have an insight into their tribal life in Rajshahi. Besides, there are some other tourist spots like the temple of King Kangsa Narayan in Tahirpur, Bagmara; Dighapatia Rajbari in Natore, Paharpur Buddhu Bihar and Kusumba Mosque in Naogoan, Mahasthangarh in Bogra and Sona Mosque in Chapai Nawabganj. It takes a short time to reach these spots from Rajshahi city.
Md. Mohor Ali MreedhaMd. Mohor Ali Mreedha
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Puthia Temple Complex পুঠিয়া টেম্পল কমপ্লেক্স The Puthia Temple Complex পুঠিয়া টেম্পল কমপ্লেক্স is one of the most popular archaeological sites of Bangladesh. It is consists of a cluster of notable old Hindu temples. It is the largest number of historic temples in Bangladesh. The Puthia Temple Complex is located at Puthia Upazila, Rajshahi Division, Bangladesh. The palace is situated on the Rajshahi-Nator highway 30 km from the east of the Rajshahi City. The temples of Puthia are an integral part of the rich cultural history of Bengal. The temples were built by Hindu Zamindars Rajas of the Puthia Raj family. The temples have been built in terracotta in a variety of styles combining architecture. The Puthia Rajbari and the Dol Mancha is part of the complex. The Puthia complex includes fourteen ancient Hindu temples of different architectural styles. The square shaped fortress like building is actually the largest temple of the Puthia temple complex. Housing ancient black-stone statues of the holy Hindu couple Krishna and Radha, the temple, known as Dol Govinda temple was erected in 1778. These four historic temples are Boro Ahnik temple, Chhoto Ahnik temple, Chhoto Govinda temple and Gopal temple. On the other side of the lakes, there are two isolated temples. One is called temple of Tara and another is temple of Shiva. Puthia was a village of Laskarpur Pargana, named after Laskar Khan. Nilamber, the brother of the first Zamindar of Puthia, who was the first to receive the title of Raja from Jahangir (1605-1627AD). A partition of the estate took place in 1744 and the zamindari was divided among 4 co shares among whom the panch ani (5 আনা) and char ani (4 আনা) co-shares become famous in conducting jamindary. After India's partition the Royal Family migrated to India. The Puthia Rajbar is right now serving as Loskorpur Degree College. The government declaration of the importance of Puthia's heritage to tourism has yet to be made. It is currently in a poor state of repair. The proud palace in Rajshahi has been losing its appearance as an ornamental terracotta piece.
Mahabur RahamanMahabur Rahaman
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Puthia Rajbari, a palace in Puthia Upazila of Rajshahi, is an example of Indo-Saracenic revival architecture. The historical structure stands on the Rajshahi-Natore highway, 30 kilometres away from the city. The palace is also distinguished for its exquisitely designed two-storey complex which is unparalleled in beauty and structural pattern and also for its intricately designed terracotta temples. According to sources, Puthia, once known as Laskarpur Pargana was founded by Pathan Laskar Khan. During the reign of Mughal emperor Akbar, Laskar Khan refused to pay revenue to the tax collectors of Akbar and locked in a battle with Akbar's head of armed forces Mansigh. Mansingh defeated Laskar Khan and banished him from Puthia. After defeating Laskar Khan, Mansingh leased the Laskarpur Pargana to saint Batsaracharya but he refused to take responsibility of the estate and the estate was then leased to his son Pitambar. Pitambar established the Puthia dynasty in the region. However, Pitambor died at a young age and the Puthia dynasty was then divided between his brothers Nilambar and Pushporaskha. Pushporaskha having no issue, Nilambar became the sole owner of the Puthia dynasty. Being tactful and generous, Nilambar was adjudged as the 'King' by the emperor Jahangir. Later, Nilambar's son Anandaram owned the title of King and got recognition from the Nawab. It is learnt, Raghunandan, son of Kamdev, a revenue collector of a king of Puthia, used to work as a gardener. Raghunandan being witty and far-sighted, the king appointed him as the counselor at the court of the Nawab. Being charmed with the wit and intelligence of Raghunandan, Nawab Murshid Kuli Khan appointed him the Nayeb or Kanungo of Darpanarayan, the king of Puthia. There is a myth that once Raghunandan was fast asleep inside his flower garden at noon when some members of the king's family watched a poisonous snake was guarding him by spreading its hood. I loved this place and its structure...
Sheikh Fardin OyonSheikh Fardin Oyon
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Puthia Rajbari, also known as the Palace of Puthia, is a historical complex of buildings located in Puthia, a town in the Rajshahi division of Bangladesh. The complex was built in the early 20th century by the wealthy Hindu Zamindars (landlords) of the Puthia Raj family, who ruled the region during the British colonial period. The complex covers an area of approximately 23 acres and comprises several magnificent buildings, including temples, palaces, a clock tower, and a pond. The most prominent building in the complex is the Puthia Palace, which was constructed in 1895 by Rani Hemanta Kumari Devi, the queen of the Puthia Raj family. The palace is a fine example of the fusion of European and traditional Bengali architectural styles and features intricate carvings, colorful tiles, and stained glass windows. Another notable building in the complex is the Boro Bari, a large mansion that was built in 1895 by Raja Udayananda Dev, the last Zamindar of Puthia. The Boro Bari is known for its impressive collection of antiques, including furniture, ceramics, and weapons. The Puthia Rajbari complex is also home to several Hindu temples, including the Jagannath Temple, the Shiva Temple, and the Dolmancha Temple. The temples were built between the 16th and 19th centuries and feature a mix of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. The Jagannath Temple, in particular, is renowned for its intricate terracotta carvings depicting scenes from Hindu mythology. Today, the Puthia Rajbari complex is a popular tourist attraction and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Bangladesh. The complex has been designated as a protected heritage site by the government of Bangladesh and is a source of pride for the local community. Visitors can explore the various buildings and temples, marvel at the intricate architecture, and learn about the fascinating history of the Puthia Raj family.
Zahid HossainZahid Hossain
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Puthia Rajbari, an example of Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, is a palace in Puthia Upazilla, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. It was constructed in 1895 for Rani Hemanta Kumari Debi. The palace is located one kilometer south of Rajshahi Natore highway and 30 kilometers to the east of the town. About a one-hour drive from Rajshahi city. You must purchase a ticket to enter. Visitors are permitted inside after 10am. It features museums with historical photo frames and several Black Stone Statues that were handcrafted from the urban archaeological sites of Mahasthangarh. Some of the most striking Terracotta in the nation may be seen in Puthia Rajbari. The sculptures from 60 AD to 1200 AD are on display. The main building of the palace is a huge, two-story structure with magnificent Corinthian columns and hanging balconies. The exterior of the palace is artistically decorated with flowery patterns, statues, and colored tiles. A large entryway and two garages for the carriages of the royal family stand out at the palace's entrance. The servants' quarters, a barrack, a jail, and the estate's treasury office were all located in the palace's basement floor. There is a well on the lower level where death row convicts were thrown and put to death. Visitors ascend a wooden staircase to a sizable hall that once housed the king's court. The vast room had featured superb glazed tiles and chandeliers and a large window looking out over beautiful gardens.
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Puthia Rajbari is a palace in Puthia Upazilla, Rajshahi in Bangladesh, built in 1895, for Rani Hemanta Kumari Debi, it is an example of Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture. The palace is sited on the Rajshahi Natore highway 30 km from the east of the town and one km south from Rajshahi Natore highway.
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