Bhubaneshwar Shiva Temple, the largest Shiva temple in Bangladesh
Details on Bhubaneshwar Shiva Temple, the largest Shiva temple in Bangladesh and a fine example of five spire style (Pancha Ratna) temple architecture common in northern India.
Archaeological Sites
Bangladesh holds a treasure trove archaeological wealth. It used to comprise the heart of Bengal, and once held court for powerful Buddhist kingdoms and neutered Hindu empires before falling easily to the embrace of Islam. Bangladesh has 02 UNESCO world heritage archaeological sites: Somapura Mahavihara – the second largest Buddhist monastery south of Himalayas from 8th century, and Khalifatabad – a 15th century Muslim city holding beautiful mosques, among whom the 60 Dome Mosque is the most famous. It has ruins of the most ancient Bengal city Pundravardhana from 3rd century B.C., the wealthy medieval Bengal city Gauda full of beautiful mosques located on Bangladesh-India border, many other gorgeous mosques from medieval period full with terracotta design, dilapidated palaces and bewitching temples, and many other archaeological sites. Here you’ll find details information on all the archaeological sites of Bangladesh. Check out our archaeological tours for visiting these sites with comfort.
The charming Jagannath Temple of Puthia in Bangladesh
Details on the charming Bangla-style miniature temple known as the Jagannath Temple or the Roth Temple in Puthia build in early 19th century by Puthia royal family.
The amazing Pancharatna Gobinda Temple of Puthia
Details on the amazing Pancharatna Gobinda Temple of Puthia, an imposing and excellent example of the five spire style (Pancha Ratna) temple architecture in Bangladesh, mixed with typical Jor-Bangla style, which is the most significant temple inside the Puthia temple complex.
Dol Temple of Puthia: A unique Hindu temple in Bangladesh
Details on the Dol Temple of Puthia, an unique structure on the temple village in north-western part of Bangladesh, dedicated to the colorful Dol festival, also known as the Holi festival of Hindu religion.
Bagha Mosque – A magnificent medieval period mosque in Bangladesh
Details on Bagha Mosque, a fine example of Islamic architecture in Bangladesh from Pre-Mughal period, built in 1523 A.D. by the Sultan of Bengal Nasiruddin Nasrat Shah, located on 40 km south-east from Rajshahi.
Puthia: An amazing village in Bangladesh full of beautiful temples
Details on a village named Puthia located at Rajshahi division in the north-western part of Bangladesh full of amazing Hindu temples. A must visiting place in Bangladesh to spend half of a day.
Darasbari Mosque: The third largest mosque of ancient Bengal capital
History and description of Darasbari Mosque, the third largest mosque of ancient Bengal capital Gaur, built in 1479 AD by sultan Shamsuddin Yusuf Shah. A great example of Islamic architecture in Bangladesh.
Kusumba Mosque: The Black Gem of Bengal from medieval period
History and details of Kusumba Mosque, one of the most beautiful mosques in Bangladesh, built in 1558 A.D, an excellent example of Muslim architecture on the medieval period in Bangladesh.