Articles regarding Hindu Temples
In West Bengal, the prevalence of stone for construction is notably limited, except for certain areas extending from the Chhota Nagpur Plateau. This dearth of stone has steered builders towards alternative materials, predominantly brick, and has fostered the ascendancy of terracotta as the primary architectural style in the […]
Having visited Baro Taraf and Mejo Taraf in the village of Hadal-Narayanpur, it was time to explore the portion of the Mandal family estate that was passed down to the youngest brother, when their Indigo business fell into decline in the 1850s. Finding Choto Taraf is not difficult […]
Nestled within the Bankura District of West Bengal, amid a tapestry of nondescript villages, lies the twin village of Hadal-Narayanpur, distinguished by the grandeur of its terracotta temples and mansions. Despite its proximity — just 60km from Bankura and a mere 38km from Bishnupur — it remains a […]
In the Bankura District of West Bengal, amidst the plethora of nondescript villages, the twin village of Hadal-Narayanpur stands out for its rich history and the presence of magnificent terracotta temples. Despite its proximity, merely 60km from Bankura and 38km from Bishnupur, it remains a hidden gem, overlooked […]
Located 1km south-east of the center of Sonamukhi in the Bankura district of West Bengal is a small cluster of temples worthy of exploring alongside Sridhar and Chandra Shiv Temples in the town. There are three temples in a locality known as Cinematal Bazarpara, centered around a small […]
Sometimes it pays to get a little lost, as I did while exploring the narrow lanes of Sonamukhi in West Bengal. This temple was not on my itinerary of structures to explore, I just came upon it as I tried to remember where I had left the car […]
Sonamukhi, located within the Bankura district and a mere 35 kilometers away from Bishnupur, stands as a sanctuary for some of Bengal’s most splendid terracotta temples. Revered by many as surpassing even the renowned structures of the neighboring temple town, Sonamukhi’s architectural marvels, although later in date, are […]
Bishnupur is renowned across India as the foremost terracotta temple town of West Bengal, boasting some of the most exquisitely ornamented temples in the state. Drawing in thousands of visitors annually, the town offers a wealth of exploration, necessitating a week or more to fully appreciate its offerings. […]
Kevin Standage 
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