Baharampur a calm
city of West Bengal situated in a central part. It is the city also
known as Brahmapur because majority of families here are Brahmin.
Baharampur is 200 km away from Kolkata famous for historical battles.
This Indian tourist place is popular and favorite destination for
history lovers.
This city was
fortified by East India Company in 1757 after big battle of Plassey.
City was continued as a cantonment until 1870, though establishment
information for the city is still not available. One of the oldest
cities of India is Karnasubarna that is near to Berhampur. Few of the
historical buildings of 1600s AD can be seen here.
As city is having
historical background you will find countless places related to
different battles. Covering complete story in this short note will
bore you. We are adding important places and the valuable information
about the spot so that you will learn why the place is best for your
holidays.
Attraction in Baharampur:
We are listing only
important destinations for you so that you will not miss any of the
major spot in the town.
Nizamat Imam Bara
One of the biggest
historical Imambaras of India is first place to visit. As its name
suggest Nizamat it was constructed by famous Nawab of Bengal Nazim
Mansoor. This complete name was Nazim Mansoor Ali Khan Feradun Jah.
Structural design of this is Imam bara is amazing and because of its
beauty it is placed on first place to visit in the city.
Katra Masjid
Next important spot
for visitors in Baharampur is Katra Masjid the most wonderful place
of city built by Nawab Murshid Khan. High minarets are key attraction
of this Masjid and the best part is place is till calm and full of
charm.
Kathgola Palace
Baharampur is the
historical place so palaces are also definitely key attraction of the
city. Kathgola palace is one of them with 4 floors located at
Kathgola Gardens. Beautiful small pond and the Baoli inside palace
are amazing and different experience for travelers. This palace well
known for valuable paintings, expensive furniture and mirrors crafts.
Char Bangla Temple
A unique temple
known as Char Bangla is next place for you. This temple was
constructed by Queen Bhavani of Natore in 1755. It is the remarkable
tourism attraction of Baharampur.
Hazarduari Palace
Next palace known as
Hazarduari is famous spot located at just 10 Km from Berhampur. In
early ages this palace was known as Bara Kothi situated in the campus
of Fort Nizamat. It was constructed under the ruling period of Nawab
Nazim Humayun in the19th century.
Few other attractive
spots of city are Hazaduari Palace Museum, Motijheel park,
Kiriteshwari temple, Tripoli gate, house of Jagath Seth, Nasipur
palace, Jafarganj Cemetery, Mothijheel mosque, yellow mosque and old
Cossimbazar. Baharampur is suggested as best Indian tourist place by the experts.
How to reach Baharampur?
By Air: Closest
International Airport is Kolkata located at 190 Km distance. This
Airport is properly connected with major international cities like
Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Singapore, Yangon, Dubai and some
more. Domestic flights are frequently available from almost all major
cities such as Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad.
By Bus: Bengal
roadways are limited with service, though you will find some private
taxies and buses from various closer cities of Baharampur.
By Train: Berhampur Railway Station is quite big and properly linked
to many cities of India. Trains are available from New Delhi, Mysore,
Bangalore, Lucknow, Suri, Siliguri, Asansol, Patna, Dhubri and Gaya.