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Kantajew Temple - Historical landmark in Nageswari, Bangladesh

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Kantajew Temple
NA
Nahid Ahmad
11.27.2022
5

This ancient Temple is revered by the people of the religion. It is a giant and beautiful temple. Anyone who travels a lot will find his experience precious. It required a King to support the huge construction with finance and land. However, it also required minds with engineering excellence to build it up from the ground as a tall, symmetrical architectural Marvel.If you are in the vicinity, dont forget to visit the old Mosque built by the same King which is nearby.

Kantajew Temple
MS
MD. SOHEL RANA
11.22.2022
5

Kantanagar Temple is commonly known as Kantaji or Kantajew Temple at Kantanagar, Dinajpur. This Hindu temple is one of the most magnificent religious edifices belonging to the 18th century.The temple was built by Maharaja Pran Nath, its construction started in 1704 CE and ended during the reign of his son Maharaja Ramnath in 1722 CE.It boasts one of the greatest examples on terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897. So naturally this was a place of interest to tourists.There is around 15000 terracotta works installed on the walls of the temple. Now-a-days it is a very popular place in Dinajpur for tourists.

Kantajew Temple
Su
Sakib ul hasan Arnab
11.20.2022
4

Went there to see "kantoji mela" such a great experience. This fair resembles the childhood memories and the type of of fairs we used to write on our essay. ❤️❤️

Kantajew Temple
AR
Ataur Rahman
11.13.2022
5

This is a holy place of Hindu. It also famous for it’s own beauty. This temple is covered with terracotta pattern. This makes this temple very unique. Every year thousands people visit this temple.

Kantajew Temple
AA
Antor Ahmed
11.12.2022
5

This is a National Heritage!Loved this place & their culture..

Kantajew Temple
RH
Rafique Hassan
11.08.2022
4

I have visited this beautiful centuries old shrine many years ago. The earthen terracotta stories decorated on walls of this mandir is fabulous. But I am shocked to see during my recent visit there (October 2022that sheds have been constructed all around the temple for festivals. This has completely obstructed the view of this majestic heritage building from outside and once you enter there you no more have that feel of greatness which everyone obviously had earlier even from distance and surely once you approached the temple. So unfortunate!

Kantajew Temple
MG
Md Golam Safiul Umam (Plabons Vlog)
11.02.2022
5

It was good experience to see an UNESCO World Heritage

Kantajew Temple
AR
Abdur Razzak
10.28.2022
4

Some time i spant this place.A holy place for Hindus and UNESCO has recognized this as a world heritage site. A must-visit place if someone travels to Dinajpur. The most attractive part is the TERRACOTTA tiles work all over the wall. This TERRACOTTA expresses the story from the holy book Ramayana and Mahabharata

Kantajew Temple
MH
Mahmudul Hasan
10.27.2022
5

A temple from the late 18th century.The place is calm and quiet, and tourist friendly. Though not any standard restaurant and accommodation is nearby, it is safe.No entry fee is applicable, but the parking fee is abnormally high.

Kantajew Temple
PG
Pritom Goswami
10.27.2022
5

Lovely place with an ancient temple.

Kantajew Temple
MS
MD. SHAWKAT HOSSAIN
10.11.2022
4

A nice well maintained historical place of Dinajpur district.

Kantajew Temple
SP
Shikhor Poddar
09.29.2022
5

Located in Kantanagar village near Dinajpur city, this historic temple is known as Kantajiu Temple by the people.It is believed that the Govinda temple in Puthia and this temple was built at the same time.Devotees and visitors from different parts of the country come to visit and visit the temple.The terracotta of Kantajis temple are still clear among all the old temple managements in Bangladesh.

Kantajew Temple
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alamin salim
09.20.2022
5

Kantajir Temple is a traditional building of Bangladesh. This temple is known by different names, some know it as Kantajew Temple or Kantanagar Temple and to many Kantajee Temple is also known as Navaratna Temple. Built in the 18th century, the temple is located in Kantnagar village on the banks of river Dhenpa, about a mile west of Dinajpur-Tetalia road, 20 km from Dinajpur city.According to the inscriptions of Kantjis temple, the then Maharaja zamindar Prananath Roy started the construction of this temple. Later, after the death of Prananath Roy in 1722, his adopted son Maharaja Ramnath Roy completed the construction of the temple in 1752. Kantjis temple was then 70 feet high but the temple was damaged in the earthquake of 1897, now its height is 50 feet. Around 15,000 terracotta tiles on the outer walls of this square temple are inscribed with Mahabharata, Ramayana and various mythological stories. The inner deity can be seen from all sides of this three-tiered temple. All the 1st floor entrances feature multi-fluted arches, with two brick piers separating the arches. The pillars are beautiful and ornate. The temple has 21 arches on the 1st floor, 27 on the 2nd floor and 3 on the 3rd floor. On the western side of Kantjis temple there is a staircase leading up from the balcony.

Kantajew Temple
AF
Araf Ferdous
09.16.2022
4

A nice heritage site. The entire compound seems to be neat and clean. There is a mosque within 2 km proximity of the temple which is more than 100 years old.

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RR
R Roy
09.05.2022
5

Nice place to pray. Feeling fantastic after visit around the temple.

Kantajew Temple
MA
Md. Anwarul Islam
08.30.2022
4

An old Hindu Temple, where the war of Mahabharata has been described by terracotta.

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MR
Mobashir Rakin
08.27.2022
5

If you travel to dinajpur, Kantajew Temple is a must go to destination. This temple is beautifully decorated with terracotta architecture. The story of Ramayan and Mahabharat is depicted on the terracotta art of the wall.

Kantajew Temple
AH
Arafat Hussain
08.18.2022
5

Undoubtedly it’s an aesthetic structure. I really wonder how much effort had been given on it for long fifty years. If you are a an antiquity lover, it’s worthy place to visit to experience the fantastic art of it.

Kantajew Temple
AM
Asif Muhammad Quamrul Hassan Anik
08.15.2022
4

Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple (Bengali: কান্তজীর মন্দিরat Kantanagar, is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is a religious edifice belonging to the 18th century. The temple belongs to the Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable lovein Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. 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 is an example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897.

Kantajew Temple
DolphiN
08.15.2022
4

Nice place. Historical temple. the art work awesome..

Kantajew Temple
Np
Nihda playground
08.10.2022
5

Historical place. So much beautiful.

Kantajew Temple
SS
Shovon Saha
08.06.2022
5

I visited this place in 2019. This place is mainly for Hindu religion peoples. But you can go there for visits. This is an amazing place. There are many arts made of clay. Your mind will be fully peaceful if you go there.

Kantajew Temple
SS
Songram Sowdagor
08.05.2022
5

A holy place for Hindus. terracotta tiles are the most attractive part. it was 2015 when we were going to visit this temple from the botany department, Carmichael college excursion

Kantajew Temple
MA
Md Anamul Haque
07.30.2022
5

A holy place for Hindus and UNESCO has recognized this as a world heritage site. A must-visit place if someone travels to Dinajpur. The most attractive part is the TERRACOTTA tiles work all over the wall. This TERRACOTTA expresses the story from the holy book Ramayana and Mahabharata. One can have quality time by visiting here. 🙂

Kantajew Temple
PR
Pramod Roy
07.19.2022
5

The most ancient Temple of Hindu Religion and also Best place for Visit.

Kantajew Temple
SD
Sajib Das
07.12.2022
5

Beautiful temple. The design still clean and well. This is a holy place for Hindus. But whether you believe in Hinduism or not, this is a great place to visit. It is open to everyone.

Kantajew Temple
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md fozla rabbi ontu
07.11.2022
4

The most famous and ancient place in northern Bangladesh.And its a big tourist spot in Dinajpur.

Kantajew Temple
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Niger Sultana Bably
07.09.2022
5

This temple was just amazing. I would like to go there again.

Kantajew Temple
SK
Shahriar Kabir
07.07.2022
5

It is one of the finest examples of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh. Here one can enjoy a very rich historical sight. Also a soothing scenic view.

Kantajew Temple
GM
GOLAM MURTOZA
06.20.2022
5

Historical place of Hindus religion.....Architectural structure is so nice..

Kantajew Temple
MS
MD SAGOR
06.18.2022
4

Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple (Bengali: কান্তজীর মন্দিরat Kantanagar,[1] is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is a religious edifice belonging to the 18th century.The temple belongs to the Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable lovein Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. 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 is an example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897.

Kantajew Temple
PB
Payel Bis
06.09.2022
5

A place that has a tremendous history. The arts are presented by tiles in multiple rows on the temple wall. Every tile tells a story itself and youll get some extremely detailed ancient history here. Stories of the Moghal, Ramayan, Mahabharat are told here. In short, you can have a PhD in deciphering those stories. Incredible place to visit.Trust me, itll be worth the time if you have at least a little interest in ancient stuff.

Kantajew Temple
SI
Syed Iftasam Hussain
05.11.2022
5

Kantajew Temple an eighteenth century brick temple.This magnificent pyramidal temple rose in three receding terraces and was crowned with nine ornamental spires or ratnas (jewelson the corner of the three terraces which imparted to it an appearance of a huge ratha or an ornate chariot resting on a high plinth. It was provided with arched openings on all four sides in order to enable devotees to see the deity enshrined inside from all directions.Everyone can go visit this mesmerizing architect.Place is crowded be Hindu religious people.

Kantajew Temple
SA
Sakif Ahmed
05.07.2022
5

Very beautiful heritage. Very old super artistic work done.

Kantajew Temple
RR
Rifatuzzaman Rifat
04.26.2022
4

It is the most popular historical place in Bangladesh. It is basically a Hindu temple. According to sources, Maharaja Prannath of Dinajpur started the construction of the temple in 1822 and completed the construction of the temple in 184 (1852by his adopted son Maharaja Ramnath on the orders of his wife Rukmini. The Government of Bangladesh has taken several initiatives to preserve the site, as part of which an Archaeological Museum has been set up.

Kantajew Temple
MM
Muhammad Mahfuzur Rahman
04.25.2022
5

A magnificent cute temple in the Northeast part of Bangladesh. It was built from 1704-1752 by the initiative of Maharaja Pran Nath and his adopted son Ram Nath to please, among others, Mughal Emperor. There are mythological scenes in the form of terracotta in the entire facades of the building. At the same time, it carries a wide series of terracotta praising the war might of the emperor. It is now under the Archeological Department of Bangladesh, but the effort to keep the invaluable heritage intact is unfortunately inadequate.

Kantajew Temple
JP
Jyotirmay Pulak
04.18.2022
5

A place where you can find some simple and creation of old Hindu Regional archeology. There is a temple which is known as " Noborotno". Some other temples are also here. It is beside the Dhepa river. Beautiful scenario. Obviously you can find some real and fresh weather with old stylish architecture l.

Kantajew Temple
MA
Muhammed Anas Mullick
04.05.2022
5

An 18th century brick temple, situated in the outskirts of Dinajpur town, about a mile west of Dinajpur-Tetulia highway across the Dhepa river. This nava-ratna or nine spired Hindu temple, now stripped off its original nine spires atop its corners during the devastating earthquake of 1897.This temple is listed as world cultural heritage site by UNESCO.Every available inch of its wall surface from the base to the crest of its three stories, both inside and out, is decorated with an amazing profusion of figured and floral terracotta art in unbroken succession.The vast array of subject matter includes the stories of the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, the exploits of Krisna, and a series of extremely fascinating contemporary social scenes depicting the favorite pastimes of the landed aristocracy.No Entry fees.

Kantajew Temple
IR
Imranur Rahman
04.03.2022
5

Very carefully crafted architectural beauty. Please go through the history how they built this place. You will surely be amazed! The whole place was very soothing.

Kantajew Temple
চির সবুজ
03.03.2022
5

I have been visiting Kantjiu Temple since I was very young, which was fulfilled in my youth. The more I saw, the more fascinated I became! How many masterpieces have been created so many centuries ago, which is amazing! Very beautiful and acharya style construction style! The Kantjiu Temple bears witness to both history and philosophy hundreds of years ago. I personally urge everyone to visit the Kantjiu Temple. Best wishes to all.

Kantajew Temple
HN
Hojaiffa Noman
02.23.2022
4

Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple (Bengali: কান্তজীর মন্দিরat Kantanagar, is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is a religious edifice belonging to the 18th century. The temple belongs to the Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable lovein Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. Built by Maharaja Pran Nath, its construction started in 1704 CE and ended in the reign of his son Raja Ramnath in 1722 . It is an example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897.

Kantajew Temple
AS
Afroza Sultana
02.10.2022
5

Its a national heritage . This temple is more then 3000 years old but the structure is strong enough for next 500 years more. The mist interesting thing os its every block is nicely decorated by art culture .

Kantajew Temple
ZH
Zahid Hossain
01.24.2022
4

One of the Most historical place in bangladesh for hindu community. The architectural design is beautiful so people of all religions come to see it. Most of the time it is crowded. Many people earn money by setting up small shops outside the temple and selling all kinds of food, toys, etc. There have car parking facility, 100tk is required for microbus parking.

Kantajew Temple
SA
Shams Ahmed
01.17.2022
5

Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Temple (Bengali: কান্তজীর মন্দিরat Kantanagar,[1] is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is a religious edifice belonging to the 18th century. The temple belongs to the Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable lovein Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. Built by Maharaja Pran Nath, its construction started in 1704 CE and ended in the reign of his son Raja Ramnath in 1722 CE.[2][3] It is an example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897.[4]

Kantajew Temple
AA
Asgar Azwad
01.07.2022
5

Temple with a lot of history.Built in the 18th Century.Thousands of tourists now visit this place being interested by its history.

Kantajew Temple
ud
udoy datta
01.02.2022
5

An unique temple with intricate terracotta motifs! Its a must visit for history, art and architecture lovers.

Kantajew Temple
JG
Jun Goh
12.15.2021
5

A very good place for visit,you can pray and take photo any where and theres no charge for entrance fees,a very beautiful building since its built few hundreds years ago,beside you can buying some of local made product and have snack and having local tea ( Cha ),overall it was nice😊

Kantajew Temple
AS
Ahmed Shohag
12.10.2021
4

Kantanagar Temple, commonly known as Kantaji Temple or Kantajew Templeat Kantanagar,[1] is a late-medieval Hindu temple in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. The Kantajew Temple is a religious edifice belonging to the 18th century. The temple belongs to the Hindu Kanta or Krishna and this is most popular with the Radha-Krishna cult (assemble of memorable lovein Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Krishna and his wife Rukmini. Built by Maharaja Pran Nath, its construction started in 1704 CE and ended in the reign of his son Raja Ramnath in 1722 CE.[2][3] It is an example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh and once had nine spires, but all were destroyed in an earthquake that took place in 1897.[4]

Kantajew Temple
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Abdullah Al Wasib
11.24.2021
4

An extraordinary structure established at 18th century. The whole temple is covered with Terracotta.A must visiting place of Dinajpur.🥳

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Sanjana Hasan Nirjana
04.14.2021
5

Built in 1722, this 300 years old beautiful terracotta temple in Dinajpur has been restricted for visitation due to the COVID-19 situation.N.B.: I couldn’t enter the main temple area. But I captured all infrastructures around it.[Its all for my case study and lab survey purpose 🤪]

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