14 Places To Visit In Bardhaman
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1. 108 Shiv Mandir
5 km from city center
Temple
Perhaps the most unique and enticing structure in all of Bardhaman, the reason it's known as 108 Shiv Temple is because there literally are 108 small temples contracted side by side in a beautiful vertical pattern.
2. Christ Church
1 km from city center
Church & Cathedral
The red brick church was built back in 1816 under the supervision of Captain Charles Stuart of the East India Company.
3. Golap Bagh
3 km from city center
Garden & Park
The Gopal Bagh which literally means the garden of roses is arguably the most beautiful tourist place in Bardhaman. It is the Botanical and Zoological garden established by the King Bijoy Chand Mahatab in 1884.
4. Rajbati
1 km from city center
Monument
Rajbati or Mahatabmanjil was built by Mahatab Chand Bahadur, back in in 1851.The imposing building houses the administrative office of the Bardhaman University.
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5. Krishnasayar Park and Lake
2 km from city center
Lake
In 1691, the then king of Bhardam constructed a huge artificial lake.-Krishnasayar on nearly 33 acres of land. Later an equally beautiful park was built around it by the Krishasayar trustee board.
6. The Deer Park
3 km from city center
Deer Park
The Deer Park is Bardhaman's very own mini dose of Wildlife. The park is numerous animals including deer, birds, leopards and tigers. The place also has a guest house if you wish to spend the night.
7. Kankeleshwari Kalibari
1 km from city center
Temple
This amazingly intricate structure of Goddess Kali is located in Brishnu Mandir in Kanchan Nagar. The goddess Chamunda is depicted through this sculpture.
8. Meghna Saha Planetarium
3 km from city center
Planetarium
Inaugurated in 1994, the planetarium has a unique story. it was built by a Japanese Optical Company with assistance from the Japanese and Indian governments.
9. Sarbamangala Temple
1 km from city center
Temple
The temple is highly revered by the natives of Bardhaman. It is also believed that the Goddess fulfills every wish of an earnest heart. This temple situated in Sarbamangala Road.
10. Science Centre, Bardhaman
2 km from city center
Museum
Another endeavor by the University of Burdwan, along with the Central and State Governments, the science centre is the classic spectacle of scientific evolution.
11. Tomb of Sher Afghan
10 km from city center
Tombs & Mausoleums
Numerous tales surround Sher Afghan Khan, his rise to power and eventual demise. Sher Afghan Khan who was the 'tuyuldar' of Bardhaman during Mughal Emperor Jahangir's rule was accused of having conspired with Afghans against the king.
12. Damoder Riverside
1 km from city center
Waterfront
The city of Bardhaman is located on the banks of River Damodar. Tourists can sit on the banks of the river and enjoy a picnic or they can hire a boat and enjoy the gentle waves, especially on a pleasant day.
13. Curzon Gate
1 km from city center
Monument
The majestic Curzon Gate was famously erected in 1903, by the king of Burdwan Maharaja Bijoy Chand Mahatab to celebrate Lord Curzon's visit.
14. Kalyaneshwari Temple
61 km from city center
Temple
Located on Grand Trunk road, a few km off Barakar, this beautiful temple dedicated to Goddess Kali has a unique story of its own. Built around many decades ago, the temple is believed to have been a haven for dacoits, where they stayed and also offered prayers.
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FAQs on Bardhaman
Can you suggest an itinerary for Bardhaman?
Bardhaman has countless places to explore. And exploring Bardhaman can take anything between a day to a month, depending on what all you want to experience. Keeping an ideal weekend trip in mind, with two complete days of exploration, you can easily touch Bardhaman's prime tourist attractions.
Start with the most beautiful place- Gulap Bagh. Looking around and experiencing its sheer brilliance will take a couple of hours. Now, if you are interested in exploring forests and wildlife as well, then go up to the Deer Park, where you can also sleepover at their guest house. Otherwise start with exploring the Bardhaman University, Science Centre and finally the Meghnad Saha Planetarium. Your next half of tourist exploration can be devoted to history and religion. Start with Sarbamangala Temple followed by Kalyaneshwari Temple and Kankeleshwari Kalibari. The best way to end the day at Curzon Gate, which appears stunning on a well lit pleasant evening.
Start with the most beautiful place- Gulap Bagh. Looking around and experiencing its sheer brilliance will take a couple of hours. Now, if you are interested in exploring forests and wildlife as well, then go up to the Deer Park, where you can also sleepover at their guest house. Otherwise start with exploring the Bardhaman University, Science Centre and finally the Meghnad Saha Planetarium. Your next half of tourist exploration can be devoted to history and religion. Start with Sarbamangala Temple followed by Kalyaneshwari Temple and Kankeleshwari Kalibari. The best way to end the day at Curzon Gate, which appears stunning on a well lit pleasant evening.
How can I commute within Bardhaman?
Travelling in the city is mostly done using cabs and, occasionally, buses. The most easy and cheaply available mode of transport is the battery operated rickshaws. The state division also has state run buses covering most of the city. But once you get down at a place, going to nearby places on foot is not only easy, it's also feasible.
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What are the top sightseeing places in Bardhaman?
The top sightseeing places in Bardhaman are 108 Shiv Mandir, Christ Church, Golap Bagh, Rajbati, Krishnasayar Park and Lake, The Deer Park.