Kantajew Temple
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Asnuva Tanvin
Dhaka City, Bangladesh5 contributions
Jan 2020
I have seen many ancient buildings and have always been mesmerized with their architectural and scenic beauty but Kantajew Temple really blew my mind away. This piece of ancient architecture is situated in Dinajpur, a northern Zilla of Bangladesh. The temple has a symmetric structure and is made with handcrafted terracotta tiles which has the stories of Ramayana depicted on them. It also has two gold idols of the Hindu God Krishna and his lover Radha. The temple is still used for veneration by the people who follow Hinduism. It is a must see if you are visiting Bangladesh.
Written September 7, 2020
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Mushfiq Ahmad
Dhaka City, Bangladesh841 contributions
Dec 2015 • Family
Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple at Kantanagar,is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur,Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is one of the most magnificent religious edifices belonging to the 18th century. The temple belongs to the popular Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable love) in Bengal. This beautiful temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. Built by Maharaja Pran Nath.This temple is also very famous among Hindu community.
Written November 14, 2016
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Raymond W
Townsville, Australia4,535 contributions
Aug 2012 • Couples
This part of Bangladesh is close to the border with India and the Hindu influence is quite evident in the architecture and culture of the region. Much of this Hindu heritage is now in a very advanced state of decay. In contrast, Kantajew Temple (also known as Kantanajar Temple) is well-preserved and was probably one of the best five cultural sites we saw in this country (only clearly behind Paharpur, Puthia and Bagherat).
It is located about 15 kms from the regional capital of Dinajpur (a dingy town, pun intended), just a few hundred metres off the main road. The walk takes you along a shallow river, which you need to ford at the sand-bar, and then you will find Kantajew on a hill above the river. Regarded as a masterpiece of terracotta architecture, every square centimetre of this structure is covered in rich detail. The cornices, supportive columns and even the base is covered with a plethora of motifs. This three hundred year of temple may be the highlight of the far North.
It is located about 15 kms from the regional capital of Dinajpur (a dingy town, pun intended), just a few hundred metres off the main road. The walk takes you along a shallow river, which you need to ford at the sand-bar, and then you will find Kantajew on a hill above the river. Regarded as a masterpiece of terracotta architecture, every square centimetre of this structure is covered in rich detail. The cornices, supportive columns and even the base is covered with a plethora of motifs. This three hundred year of temple may be the highlight of the far North.
Written August 30, 2012
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Joanna W
The Hague, The Netherlands20 contributions
Nov 2013 • Friends
Really astonishing building in terracotta style. So many details to look at and to recognize. Also the trip towards the village is beautiful and relaxing. Take enough time to visit the temple as well as the village close to one of the rivers and walk along the riverside to enjoy nature.
Written October 17, 2014
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Trisha
Dhaka City, Bangladesh28 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
This temple is made of hand crafted terracotta tiles. These tiles tell the story of the Hindu lord Krishna. If one is present during sunset the ambience of the place will take your breathe away.
Written September 8, 2019
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shromanrom
Dhaka City, Bangladesh67 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
One of the oldest temple in Bangladesh . Where a you can find terracotta work. This is a rare work now a days . Every year there are a festival happen .Its a best time to visit. Easy to go anywhere form Bangladesh.
Written March 18, 2018
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Kshf_C
Dhaka City, Bangladesh636 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
Kantajir or Kantanagar Temple is perhaps the best example of the Bengal terracotta temple. Astonishing work in terra-cotta depicting scenes from the Ramayana. Not to be missed.
Written February 16, 2018
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Songit
Bogra, Bangladesh64 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
Holy place for Hindus and UNESCO has recognized this as world heritage site. A must visit place if someone travelling to Dinajpur. The most attractive part is the TERRACOTTA tiles work allover the wall. This TERRACOTTA express the story from the holy book Ramayana and Mahabharata. One can have quality time by visiting here.
Written November 19, 2017
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Rhoneabir
Dhaka City, Bangladesh3 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
Its an awesome place.
Dinajpur in Bangladesh has several picturesque tourist attractions, one is the Kantaji Temple, at Kantanagar in kaharole police station, 12 miles north of Dinajpur town. This late medieval Navaratna Krishna Temple, had been constructed by Maharaja Prannath of Dinajpur. Historical records reveals that Prannath started it consruction in 1722 AD and it took almost 30 years to be completed under the rule of Maharaja Ramnath, the adopted son of the late Maharaja.This Navaratna(although its nine spires were grounded atop its corners during the mighty 1897 earthquake) Krishna temple is prominent for displaying its thousands of beautifully decorated terracotta, a masterpiece of medieval architecture of Bengal.
I swear, you will have a sudden blow, when you see its architectural presentation on your own eyes at the first moment, it is Magnificent...Awesome, these types of satisfying words will come out from your inner instinct. Same types of feeling also had happened to me, when i first saw this temple several years back. Its thousands of beautifully decorated terracotta, color of the clay, long courtyard and more over the greenery of its peaceful surrounding, will make you calm for a bit like the location itself.
The temple is about a 1 mile west of Dinajpur-Thakurgaon Highway across the Dhepa River. Various types commuters like Bus, Motor byke and Rickshaw Van can get you there within hours from the Town. You have to get off the bus at the Place called 'Kantanagar', if you choose to walk and enjoy the country atmosphere. However the distance will be a bit more lengthy, if you are to get there via Auto/vehicle up to the temple, may be your family is with you, in that case, you need to travel a bit more further to the south from the Kantanagar point, and need a U-turn after just crossing the Vhatgaon Bridge.
Dinajpur in Bangladesh has several picturesque tourist attractions, one is the Kantaji Temple, at Kantanagar in kaharole police station, 12 miles north of Dinajpur town. This late medieval Navaratna Krishna Temple, had been constructed by Maharaja Prannath of Dinajpur. Historical records reveals that Prannath started it consruction in 1722 AD and it took almost 30 years to be completed under the rule of Maharaja Ramnath, the adopted son of the late Maharaja.This Navaratna(although its nine spires were grounded atop its corners during the mighty 1897 earthquake) Krishna temple is prominent for displaying its thousands of beautifully decorated terracotta, a masterpiece of medieval architecture of Bengal.
I swear, you will have a sudden blow, when you see its architectural presentation on your own eyes at the first moment, it is Magnificent...Awesome, these types of satisfying words will come out from your inner instinct. Same types of feeling also had happened to me, when i first saw this temple several years back. Its thousands of beautifully decorated terracotta, color of the clay, long courtyard and more over the greenery of its peaceful surrounding, will make you calm for a bit like the location itself.
The temple is about a 1 mile west of Dinajpur-Thakurgaon Highway across the Dhepa River. Various types commuters like Bus, Motor byke and Rickshaw Van can get you there within hours from the Town. You have to get off the bus at the Place called 'Kantanagar', if you choose to walk and enjoy the country atmosphere. However the distance will be a bit more lengthy, if you are to get there via Auto/vehicle up to the temple, may be your family is with you, in that case, you need to travel a bit more further to the south from the Kantanagar point, and need a U-turn after just crossing the Vhatgaon Bridge.
Written February 3, 2014
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Ahmed Raahid Joy
Dhaka City, Bangladesh58 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is one of the most magnificent religious edifices belonging to the 18th century. Built by Maharaja Pran Nath, its construction started in 1704 CE and ended in the reign of his son Raja Ramnath in 1722 CE. It boasts one of the greatest examples on terracotta architecture in Bangladesh. A UNESCO World Heritage.
Written August 13, 2019
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