Location: Murshidabad
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What to do and see in Murshidabad, West Bengal: The Best Free Things to do
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.
Restaurants in Murshidabad
1. Katra Masjid
Overall Ratings
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.
2. Char Bangla Temple
3. Jalangi River
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Kiriteswari Temple
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4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Debi19682014
It is an old temple. The earlier temple was destroyed by lightning, which was 900 years old. The present temple was buitl by Rani Bhabani, who was the queen of Natore in Bangladesh. This temple is about 300 years old. It is believed to be one of the 51 Shaktipeeths of India. It is said that the "kirit" or front part of the skull of Sati fell here. The temple priest is a wonderful and knowledgeable person. Photography is allowed inside the temple.
7. Tomb of Siraj-ud-Daulah
8. Motijheel Mosque and Cemetery
9. Yellow Mosque
10. Nimak Haram Deori
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