District on Bangladesh in Rajshahi Division
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Naogaon District is within the Rajshahi Division in northeastern Bangladesh. The district is perhaps most well known for being home to the world heritage listed Paharpur Vihar.
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Balihar Rajbari
This was home to the Balihar kings with ponds (dighis) and even a zoo that sported monkeys and tigers and such. After transitioning to the zamindari system and then the abolishment of that with the partition in 1947, this and other places like it were abandoned.
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An ancient mansion built sometime during the Pala Dynasty (8th-11th centuries). It is a three-building that stands on tall, wide columns at the front. Although it has fallen into disrepair, the mansion is still occasionally used for events and seminars.
Located on the bank of the Atrai River, this 16th century mosque was built by an Afghan ruler of Bengal. The building itself is circumscribed by an elaborate wall and entrance gate, with sentry boxes for guards. It is in the style of most traditional Bengali mosques, with three domes on a square building made of stone and bricks. Elaborate carvings adorn many of its walls.
Patisar is a small village that was the home of famous poet, Rabindranath Tagore, the writer of the Indian and Bangladeshi national anthems. A ruined zamindari mansion is still located in the town. During the birth and death anniversaries of Tagore, festivals and events are held in the village to celebrate the occasion.
Tank with a granite pillar in the center to commemorate how Kaivarta chief Dibya took over the Pala throne.
Monastery or mahavihara built by the Buddhist Pala kingdom around 1100 AD in a region of the time known as Varendra but abandoned by 1207 when the Muslims came.
Located in the white building right near the ruins, the rooms are clean and spacey. The buildings are located within the boundary of the ruins, allowing visitors to go out for a stroll on their own at night. Ask at the museum if no one is working in the rest house.
By bus
It takes about 5½ hours by road to reach Naogaon from the capital, Dhaka. A number of bus services are available from Dhaka via Bogra, some with air-conditioning.
By train
There are a number of intercity services between Dhaka and Naogaon each day. Main railway station in Naogoan is "Santahar Junction", which is situated at the end of Bogra.
By car
The journey from Dhaka is around 240 km, taking approximately 5 hours, depending on traffic. One must cross the famous Jamuna Bridge to reach the city.
Buses can be used to get between major towns, or else rickshaws for small distances. There are two major bus stands/stops in Naogaon District.
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