Jorasanko Thakur Bari, Historical palace in Jorasanko, Kolkata, India.
This three-story mansion spans multiple courtyards and features traditional Bengali architectural elements with intricate wooden decorations throughout its structure.
Built in 1784, the palace served as the residence of the Tagore family and witnessed the birth of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore in 1861.
The palace houses three galleries displaying over 700 paintings, manuscripts, and personal items belonging to the Tagore family and Bengali Renaissance figures.
Visitors can explore the Rabindra Bharati Museum inside the palace from Tuesday through Sunday between 10:30 AM and 4:30 PM for an entry fee of 10 rupees.
The museum maintains the original wedding invitation composed by Rabindranath Tagore, displayed among the collection of personal artifacts.
Location: Ward No. 25, Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Website: http://www.rbu.ac.in/home/quick/02e74f10e0327ad868d138f2b4fdd6f0
Part of: Rabindra Bharati University
Address: Dwarakanath Tagore Lane, Kolkata 700007 Kolkata
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30-16:30
Phone: +91332395241
Email: registrar@rbu.ac.in
Website: http://rbu.ac.in/home/quick/02e74f10e0327ad868d138f2b4fdd6f0
GPS coordinates: 22.58500,88.35920
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50
Kolkata's monuments include the white marble Victoria Memorial, the Dakshineswar Kali Temple on the Hooghly River, the Indian Museum with its ancient collections, and Science City with its planetarium. Religious heritage includes the neo-Gothic St. Paul's Cathedral, historic synagogues, and Hindu temples. Traditional markets like New Market and the artisan district of Kumartuli reflect local culture. The colonial buildings of BBD Bagh and the Writers Building are reminders of the British past.
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