Natore Rajbari, Royal palace in Natore District, Bangladesh
Natore Rajbari is an 18th-century palace complex with multiple buildings set within landscaped grounds. The estate features ornamental architecture with detailed woodwork and stone carvings throughout the different structures.
Raja Ramjivan Moitra founded the Natore Raj around 1706, and the first palace was built between 1706 and 1710 on land granted by Raja Darp Narayan of Puthia. The 1897 earthquake destroyed many original buildings, which were rebuilt or replaced. The estate was divided in 1797 between Bishwanath and Sibnath, creating senior and junior houses that lasted until zamindari estates were abolished in 1950.
The name Natore comes from Natyapur, given by Raja Ramjivan Moitra after he drained the Bhatjhara marsh and laid out tanks and the palace there in the early 18th century. The complex holds the Shyamsundar temple, the Anandamayi Kali temple, the Tarapith temple and the Tarkeshwar Shiva temple. Since 1986 the grounds have been run by the district administration as Rani Bhabani Central Park, known as Jubo Park.
The palace is easy to reach and visitors can explore the main buildings and their surroundings mostly on foot. The grounds are accessible, though some areas may have uneven terrain and visitors should wear comfortable shoes.
A woman named Rani Bhabani took control of the palace estate after her husband's death and expanded the complex. She became known for her administrative skills, which was uncommon for women in her time.
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