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Pabna, in north-eastern Bangladesh, within the Rajshahi Division, is an interesting mix of Hindu temples, British-era palaces, natural wetlands and criss-crossing rivers, complete with century-old bridges. The capital of the district, also known as Pabna, sits to the south, on the northern bank of the Padma River, and is home to most of the archaeological structures.
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palace with Doric columns, archways and portico built by Rai Banamali Ray Bahadur in the late 19th century with arch (Ray Bahadur Gate) in front. Displays late-medieval Renaissance style with neoclassical forms, particularly of the semi-Corinthian order.
Though a bit weathered, it's the best existing example of jor bangla (twin hut-styled) mandir. It was constructed in the 1800s.
Bengali: চাটমোহর শাহী মসজিদ
This, along with Kherua Mosque in Sherpur (both built in 1582), mark the two earliest existing monuments of Mughal Bengal. Its three-dome style is reminiscent of the style of the mosque adjacent to the Taj Mahal or Musalla at Mashad. Terracotta ornamentations also worth seeing.
World heritage site consisting of Hindu temple for Shree Jagannath Deva and several others with their own particular temple. Constructed between 1300-1400 CE. Terracotta tiles feature ancient Hindu Shastra events outside.
One of the largest and richest wetlands in Bangladesh. Like an inland sea during rainy season.
Another palace with Corinthian columns, porticos, etc, built around 1900. This is now part of a drug manufacturing corp EDRUC, so may not be open for visitation.
1.1 mile railway bridge named in honor of Lord Hardinge, British viceroy of India. Sustained damage during the Liberation War of Bangladesh of 1971. Its truss style sits alongside the Lalon Shah Bridge built in 2004 over the Padma River (main channel of the Ganges). They are both the 2nd longest bridges (railway/roadway) in Bangladesh and are quite an engineering marvel.
By train
You can go to Pabna by train. It's very easy to go Pabna from Dhaka. First you have to go Komlapur rail station. You can buy a ticket from there for Dhaka to Pabna.
By car
By bus
Bus tickets from capital Dhaka via Aricha to Pabna costs Tk 300 to Tk 450.
By boat
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