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Murshidabad (Pron: ˈmʊəʃɪdəˌbɑ:d/bæd or ˈmɜ:ʃɪdəˌ) is a town in Murshidabad district of West Bengal state in India. The city of Murshidabad is located on the eastern bank of the Bhagirathi, a distributary of the Ganges River.
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1. Hazarduari Palace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By 475vladimirm - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Of course, compared to the palaces of Rajasthan, the palace is quite modest. However, it is in excellent condition. It is a pity that you can’t take pictures inside. The main attraction of the palace all the Durbar Hall, where a huge chandelier, presented as a gift by Queen Victoria, hanging directly over the silver throne of the Nawab.
2. Katra Masjid
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By 475vladimirm - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The ruins of a mosque, built in 1724, in excellent condition and around the territory is very well-groomed. This city was the capital of the Bengal Navabs, founded in 1704. The grave of the founder of the city, Nawab Murshid Kuli Khan, governor of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, is located under the steps of this mosque.
3. Char Bangla Temple
4. Kathgola Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By Debi19682014
It is the family villa of a Jain family from rajasthan who migrated here during Mughal times It has an excellent house with many artifacts, a sprawling garden and a beautiful Jain temple. Non veg food is strictly prohibited in the premises.
5. Motijheel Park
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By 361kalyanl - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Motijhil, (literally pearl lake) is also known as Company bagh, or Company's garden, from the East India Company. It was here that the treachery by some of Siraj ud dawla's family and close associates, namely Ghasheti Begum and Mir Jafar was hatched with Lord Clive, leading to Shiraj's defeat at the battle of Plassey in 1757 and the establishment of the rule of the East India Company over India. A horse-shoe shaped canal surrounds a beautiful park, well laid out with statues, fountains, and flower beds. This is new Motijheel, where one needs to buy a ticket to enter. A golf cart can also be hired to go up to the end of the park. Outside the gate, there is free entry to the older, but more historical, Motijheel. Here is the Kala masjid, built around 1750 and a few historical tombs.
6. Nasipur Palace
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4.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Shantanu_s76 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
The Nasipur Rajbari was the family palace of the dynasty founded by Devi SIngh, who came from northern India as a trader, and appointed by the British as a local tax collector. The palace was built by Devi Singh's nephew, Raja Udwanta SIngha and his grand-nephew Raja Kirti Chandra SIngha. The front facade of the palace has a Greek and Roman architectural influence, and has a stark resemblance with the Hazarduari palace. The inside of the palace has a rectangular courtyard at the centre. Beyond the courtyard there is a temple complex. The left and right flanks of the palace consisted of rooms which are in ruins due lack of maintenance. Only the front facade and section of the palace have received some repairs in recent years, but again lack in regular maintenance. There is an entry fee of 10/- per head, but it is evident that the palace does not receive the required maintenance. It is heartbreaking to find such a beautiful architecture in a dilapidated condition. There are local guides available at a nominal cost, but the authenticity of their narration would be anybody's guess.
7. Jahan Kosha Cannon
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4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By anindyamaji26
The Jahan Kosha Cannon is also known as the Deatroyer of the World. This Cannon is under the maintenance of Archaeological Survey of India. The cannon was used to protect the province from invasion by enemy. The cannon was made from Ashtadhatu which is a great example of metallurgical work. And an interesting fact is that being placed under open sky also, it does not have any presence of rust. And most importantly the weight of the cannon is 7 tonnes. The cannon is placed a some distance away from the Katra Masjid.
8. Khosh Bagh
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4.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By sukanyadatta - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
If Hope floats then sorrow wafts in waves from this enclosed garden-graveyard complex. Khosh means happy but this is a sad place. We reached it after crossing the river on a ferry, tuktuk and all. Khosh Bagh was built by Alvardi Khan along the lines of Delhi's Jama masjid. It is the final resting place of Siraj-ud-daulla, a young, inexperienced and trusting nawab...the last INDEPENDENT nawab of Bengal as it was then (un-truncated). They say his body was cut into pieces and that is why the tall Siraj-ud-daullah's tomb is not very long. Very gruesome. The picturesque walled complex also houses the graves of his family; in particular please spare a tear for Lutfunnissa his devoted begum. In the outer courtyard is the grave of Daneesh Fakir who denounced him to the English. Nawab Alivardi Khan (Siraj's grandfather) also lies here under a simple grave. Many other members of Siraj's family lie here; at eternal peace now. This includes his poor mother Amina Begum and his scheming and plotting maternal aunt Ghaseeti Begum too. The enclosed area houses a garden; once it was a rose garden and the fragrance caused it to be named Khushbu Bagh (perfumed garden). Lots of Langurs too but the animals do not trouble the visitors. There are a few beggars inside. It is an uneasy feeling Very clean. Some tourists who oftentimes forget this is a place where one should be respectful and keep the peace. ASI-maintained. Shoes have to be removed. Wear thick socks.
9. House Of Jagath Seth
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4.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By JharnaS10 - Mumbai, India
The Seth family were basically Marwaris who were the top most bankers and money lenders of those days . Jagath Seth along with Mir Jafar were the traitors who connived with The East India Company leading to the downfall of The Nawab Of Bengal Siraj Ud Daulah.The house is well maintained ,quiet and peaceful.
10. Imambara
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3.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By stantp1916 - Farakka, India
The large building opposite to the hazarduari palace museum. Never really got to see what’s inside. Imambara is basically the holy shrine of Muslim religion. I have heard the imambara opens up on Fridays for offering prayers, but then it remains closed for general public on Fridays. So I guess I’d have to remain happy with the exterior view only.
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