Jiaganj Azimganj
Jiaganj Azimganj is a city in the central region of West Bengal and the result of the amalgamation of Jiaganj and Azimganj, on opposite sides of the Bhagirathi River.
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- 🌍 Char Bangla Temple. The temple complex houses four temples of "Do chala" or 'Bangla' style of architecture, hence the name "Char Bangla". The outer walls of two temples are decorated with intricate terracotta ornamentation. The temples were constructed by Rani Bhabani of Natore in 18th century.
- 🌍 Gangeshwar Temple. Just north of the Char Bangla Complex, the Gangeshwar Temple follows the Jor Bangla style of architecture and also has rich terracotta ornamentation.
- 🌍 Bhabaniswar Mandir. This octagonal temple lacks terracotta ornamentation but it is largely compensated by beautiful stucco work, It was built by Tarasundari (daughter of Rani Bhabani) in 1755.
- 🌍 Jiaganj Museum.
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- 🌍 Bari Kothi, Jain Patty, Azimganj, ☏ +91 9051200800, info@barikothi.com. A 300-year-old heritage mansion converted into a boutique heritage hotel. Price on request.
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