Archaeology and Culture of Rajshahi – 4 Days

Archaeology and culture of Rajshahi is a voyage into the past and present for four days. Rajshahi is the home of ancient archaeological heritage sites and architecture. Vibrant rural life, fascinating culture, rivers, chars, and beautiful landscapes make this trip a noble journey. Various historical monuments, including a number of mosques and mausoleums, madrasahs, Hindu temples, Buddhist stupas, Rajbaris (land lord’s palaces), and British-era buildings are all around Rajshahi.

Rajshahi is famous for its fine silk, luscious mango, litchis, and magnificent architectural landmarks. The city’s clean streets and green surroundings have always welcomed discriminating tourists. There are 270 varieties of mangoes grown in the Rajshahi area during the season between May and September, but most of them are available in June and July. Some popular mangoes of this region are Govindobhog, GopalBhog, Gulabkhash, Brindabani, Himshagor or Khirshapat, Lengra, Haribhanga, Lakkhanbhog, Surjopuri, Fazli, Mohonbhog, Amrupoli, Ashini, etc. They differ from one another in size, shape, and taste. Rajshahi is also famous for some characteristic sweetmeats, including Roshkodom, Raghobshahi, Khaja, and Kachagolla, not to be found anywhere else in Bangladesh.

Rajshahi is adorned with the timeless charm of beautiful mud houses. These architectural marvels showcase a blend of traditional craftsmanship and practicality, constructed using locally sourced materials like clay, rice husk, wild grass, rice straw, bamboo, and wooden beams. The cool interiors offer respite from the warm climate, creating a soothing and peaceful atmosphere. Walking amidst these mud houses evokes a sense of nostalgia, connecting visitors to a bygone era steeped in simplicity and natural elegance.

Puthia Palace is one of the finest examples of old-style architectural magnificence. It has a number of temples that used to be the center of worship for the local Hindu community. Puthia is located about 32km to the east of Rajshahi City and one km from the Dhaka-Rajshahi highway.

Gaur or Gaud or Gauda or Gour was the ancient capital established by Hindu Senas, who called it Lakhnauti, which has turned into a site of great historical importance. Gaur has more mosques than any other area of the country after Dhaka and Bagerhaat. It is located about 100km west of Rajshahi City, on the Bangladesh-India border at Chapainawabgonj town. Archaeological heritage and artifacts of this area are Chhota Sona Mosque, Darashbari Mosque and Madrasa (1479), Dhanichak Mosque, Dakhil Darwaza, Khanjan Dighi Mosque, Kachari Bari of Shah Suja (Tahakhana), Tohakhana Mosque, and the Tomb of Shah Niamatullah, but none of the structures from the earlier Hindu Kingdoms remain.

This region opens its gates to those who are amazed by its archaeologically important sites as well as various tasty foods.