Sonarong Jora Moth — Attraction in Tongibari Upazila

Sonarong Jora Moth, located in the Narayanganj district of Bangladesh, is a hidden gem that showcases the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the region. This pair of twin temples, built in the 18th century, is a stunning example of terracotta artistry, with intricate designs adorning the walls that tell stories from Hindu mythology. The craftsmanship is extraordinary, with every panel showcasing detailed depictions of gods, goddesses, and scenes from epic tales like the Ramayana and Mahabharata.The temples, though weathered by time, still retain a sense of grandeur. The fading but intricate terracotta work is a testament to the skill of the artisans who constructed them. Visitors often find themselves captivated by the serene atmosphere, enhanced by the surrounding greenery and the peaceful rural setting.However, the site does show signs of neglect, with some parts needing restoration and better preservation efforts to protect the delicate terracotta art from further damage. There is also a lack of informative signage and amenities for tourists, which could enhance the...

Sonarang Jora Math is an eighteenth century archeological site in Bangladesh .It is located at Sonarang village in Tongibari upazila of Munshiganj district . Although it is known as Jora Math in the so-called history, it is basically a Jora temple. It is known from a stone inscription of the temple that a Hindu named Rupchandra of the area built the big Kali temple in 1843 and the small temple in 18. The small temple is basically a Shiva temple. The height of the big temple is about 15 meters.

About 241 feet high, the monastery is five feet taller than the Qutub Minar in Delhi . So it is the highest monastery in the Indian subcontinent . The octagonal monastery is 21 feet in length and width. The walls of the monastery made of lime-surki are quite thick. The verandah of the two temples is adjacent to the main chamber of the temple. There is also a large pond in front of the temple. This pond was built at the same time as the construction of the big temple. The roof of the main temple is in the shape of a low round dome....

Sonarong jora moth ( Golden twin Temple) is a kind of Ashram ( praying place) for Hindus. Now a days No one come to pray in this moth. This place is so serene!! In front of the moth there is a large pond, which makes this place more beautiful. It is one of the beautiful Archaeological places in Munshiganj District. You should not miss to visit this place if you ever come to Munshiganj.

I have visited this place in a rainy day, the green trees, rain drops falling into the pond and the serenity of this moth made me a saint for few hours :)

And another thing I found from google that "The larger moth was made for “Shiva”(Hindu God), and made during 1843, and the smaller one for “Kali”(Hindu Goddess), and made during 1886. It was built by a Hindu merchant named “Rupchand”(রূপচাঁদ) From stone inscriptions fixed over the temple’s entrance. The western temple, loftier than the eastern one, is about 15m high over the...