Bishnupur temples & silk
BISHNUPUR TEMPLES & SILKS
Guided day trip from Kolkata to terracotta temples and Baluchari silk weavers
Magical temples & silk weaving
We step back to the 17th century and enter the world of the Malla Kingdom and its Terracotta temples. We visit a slew of temples dedicated to Lord Krishna, the patron god of the Malla Kingdom. Our guide will tell you the story of how a tyrannical Malla King converted to Gaudiya Vaishnavism and how that provided the impetus for terracotta art to flourish in the 16th and 17th-century in Bishnupur.
Rasmancha
Rasmancha was the first temple constructed by the King Bir Hambir. It is a quaint pyramidal structure marked by huge, stepped masonry and a composite Chala type roof, designed as a stage.
Baluchari Silk
We visit weavers of the famous Baluchuri style silk sari. We will get to experience how the Saris are created on draw looms. It will be fascinating to see the intricate art of weaving ‘Ramayana’ scenes woven all over the saree border. walls.
Mrinmoyee temple
Mrinmoyee temple is the oldest temple of Bishnupur which was established by King Jagat Malla in 997 AD. This temple is also the venue for the oldest Durga Puja of Bengal, dating back more than a 1000 years.
Jorbangla Temple
This remarkable temple is an exceptional example of terracotta art. It has a unique architectural structure with its roof along with double-sided curved thatch and shrine joined together.
Madan Mohan Temple
The real beauty of this temple lies in the delicate, communicative terracotta carvings that bring alive stories from Ramayana, Mahabharata and Puranas.
Shyam Rai Temple
Built in 1643, Shyam Rai temple is popularly known as ‘Panch-chura’ due to its five pinnacles. The triple arched passage on its four sides is the highlight. The breathtaking terracotta art-forms on both interior and exterior panels will leave a lasting impression.
Guided Tour
Bishnupur tour is a guided tour where a cultural evangelist will provide the cultural context during our visit. Our cultural evangelists unpack authentic India for better comprehension and appreciation of the cultural and heritage of the ancient Indian civilization.
Private Tour
A private tour ensures that we are able to focus all our attention on you and adjust the pace of the tour according to your interests. Pick and drop from your hotel in an airconditioned vehicle is included in the tour.
Strenghening local community
Our company is helping the local community by training & employing local guides. This initiative is to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.
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- Indian lunch
- Pick & drop
- Travel by sedan
- Guide
- Entrance charges
- Indian lunch
Trip Itinerary
Terracotta temples and Baluchari silk weaving
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