Bishnupur is a small heritage town in the Bankura district of West Bengal, it is located 132 km from Kolkata. Bishnupur is famous for its terracotta temples and Baluchari sarees. Famous pyramid-shaped Rasmancha, established around 1600, Madan Mohan Temple is decorated with scenes from Hindu legends, including the “Mahabharata”. Explore Bankura Bishnupur Mukutmanipur Tour Package with The Weekender.
The town has a glorious past that is reflected in its rich architecture, music, and handicrafts such as pottery and weaving. It prospered in the 17th and early 18th centuries. Ruled by a line of Hindu Rajas of the Malla dynasty, Bishnupur developed a unique form of architecture and has perhaps the most brilliant and detailed terracotta work in Eastern India that has withstood the ravages of time. Just read our Bankura Bishnupur travel guide thoroughly.
Bishnupur, one of the popular cities in West Bengal is the capital of Mallabhum Kingdom. It is known as the “city of terracotta Temples”.
Malla Dynasty was an important Hindu Dynasty of Bengal.
The temples of tourist attractions were built by the Malla king and dedicated to their main Hindu god Radha-Krishna.
The temples have utterly beautiful inscriptions and wall carvings, old fortifications.
Bishnupur is a planned town and a heritage city also known for its famous Baluchari Sarees and terracotta works.
Places to visit in Bishnupur & Bankura
Rasmancha- built in 1587 AD. This is not a place of worship for any particular deity. All the images/idols of the gods of Bishnupur temple were assembled in the Ras-Manch during the yearly Ras festival. The pyramid-esque makeup of the Ras-Manch is unique in Bengal.
Jorebangla Temple-Jor-Bangla was built by Raghunath Singha II in 1655 AD. The roof of the temple is typical of the “Chala” style. A small tower adds strength and stability to the twin sloped roofs.
Shyam Rai Temple-This is Shyama-Raya Temple also locally admired as Panch Chura Temple. This temple is the most excellent instance of the ‘Pancha-Ratna’ type. One of the prides of Bishnupur in terms of its architectural model.
Other Bishnupur Bankura tourist spots are Dalmadal Kaman, Gate of Old Fort, Sarbamangala Temple, Madan Mohan Temple, Bishnupur Museum, Maa Chinnamasta Temple, and Lalgarh Eco Park.
Gangani- is popular for its versatile land structures, it’s called the Grand Canyon of Bengal. Gangani is located on the bank of river Silabati at Garbeta, West Bengal. Here red soil makes high ridges through the erosion of air and water. Basically, it’s a popular picnic spot among locals. This is turning into a popular weekend destination among weekenders.
Joypur Forest-it is a thick forest full of Sal, Palash, Kusum, Mahua, Neem & Teak Trees. The forest is not only famous for visual pleasure, but the chirping of many tropical birds will soothe your ears too. The main habitats of this wildlife sanctuary are Spotted deer, Wild foxes & Elephants.
Mukutmanipur-Nestling at the confluence of two beautiful rivers – Kumari and Kansavati, Mukutmanipur is located in the Bankura district of West Bengal. It is the second biggest earthen dam in India flawlessly. BURRAGHUTU is a small tribal village on the hilltop of Mukutmanipur, Bankura with a spectacular view of river Kangsabati.
Jayrambati Matri Mandir – Jayrambati, a small village in the district of Bankura, was the birthplace of Sri Sarada Devi, the Holy Mother. She was born on Thursday, the 22nd of December, 1853. more details
Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Math – Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission are worldwide, non-political, non-sectarian spiritual organizations that have been engaged in various forms of humanitarian, and social service activities for more than a century. more details
Arts, Crafts, and Festivals of Bishnupur
Terracotta & Pottery-Bengal is proud of her ancient terracotta art. Highly decorated terracotta tiles of the past centuries still adorns numerous temples and adjoining structures in the districts of Bankura.
Lost Game-Dash Avatar Taas (cards)-Dash Avatar Taash’ played by Malla Rajas. Contrary to the usual 52 no. of parlaying cards, 120 no. of ‘Dash Avatar’ playing cards is required.
Baluchari Saree-Originally woven in the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, and today in Bishnupur, balucharis are rich silk sarees characterized by intricate weaving in the Pallav and borders, depicting stories from epics, historical and religious texts.
Lantern Making-Lantern making in Bishnupur is yet another interesting cottage industry. In the past in 1907, lantern-making in Bishnupur was initiated by Raycharan Gorai of Dhaladwar. The Lantern of Bishnupur is famous for its cultural style and quality.
Jhapan-snake festival of Bishnupur-Jhapan is celebrated as the day of Goddess Mansha, the deity of serpents, in West Bengal.
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