Gauda or Gaur, a historical gem ideal for a Bangladesh Archeological Tour, is located 100 km west of Rajshahi, straddling the Bangladesh-India border.This architectural park features scattered ruins and relics amidst fields, mango orchards, and public areas on both sides of the border. Once the ancient capital of the Hindu Sena Dynasty, known as Lakhnauti, Gaur later flourished under the Khiljis from Turkistan and the Afghan rulers in the 15th century. During its peak under Afghan rule, Gaur was a prosperous city spread over 32 sq km, surrounded by fortified ramparts and a moat. Key archaeological sites on the Bangladesh side include Chhota Sona Mosque, Tahakhana Palace, the Tomb of Shah Niamatullah, Tohakhana Mosque, Darasbari Mosque, Khania Dighi Mosque, and Dhania Chak Mosque.
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Kantanagar Temple, a highlight of any Bangladesh Archeological Tour, is an 18th-century Hindu temple located 12 miles north of Dinajpur town. Famous for its intricate terracotta designs, the temple was originally crowned with nine spires, which were unfortunately destroyed in the earthquake of 1897. Construction began in 1722 under Maharaja Pran Nath Roy of Dinajpur and was completed in 1752 by his adopted son, Maharaja Ram Nath, fulfilling his father’s vision. In the early 20th century, Maharaja Girijanath Bahadur undertook significant restoration work, preserving much of its beauty except for the missing spires. Rising in three receding terraces, the temple once dazzled with nine ornamental spires at the corners of its pyramidal structure. Explore this extraordinary site as part of our tailored Bangladesh tour packages, designed to showcase the country’s rich heritage.
Mohasthangarh is invariably an ancient fortified city acclaimed to be the oldest settlement and the most prominent archaeological site of Bangladesh. The oldest layer dates back to 300 B.C. The ancient Pundranagara, the capital of Emperor Chandragupta, the founder of Moyura dynasty was located here and became ‘great place’ during 322-298 BC. He was the contemporary of great Alexander who invaded India during 327-325 B.C.
The archaeological sites is only 18km. from Bogra town having a fortified ablong enclosure measuring 5000ft. by 4000 ft. area holding the past glory of 3 prominent layer of ancient civilization like Mauyra, Gupta, Pala and Sena of Hindu kingdom since 300B.C to 11th century AD. The fourth one goes to the Islamic Middle Age from 15th to 16th century AD.The rich archaeological museum of Mohasthangarh have got rare collection of antiquities, terracotta objects with many other relics recovered from the site.
Visitors can explore the rich archaeological museum in Mohasthangarh, which houses a rare collection of antiquities, terracotta objects, and numerous relics recovered from the site. This makes it a must-visit for anyone interested in a Bangladesh Archeological Tour or looking for enticing Bangladesh tour packages that highlight the country’s remarkable heritage.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply want to experience Bangladesh’s rich past, Mohasthangarh promises a fascinating journey through time.
A large number of country’s finest terracotta Hindu temples were built by the Hindu land lords of the Puthia Raj family, who were noted patrons of Rajshahi. There are 17 large and small Hindu temple exists at Puthaia now. It’s a beautiful place to walk around to the temple complex.
