Heritage Sites of Bishnupur | Mallabhum Tourism

Essentials

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If you only have a few hours, these are the sites you cannot miss.

Rasmancha

1600 CE

The oldest brick temple in Bishnupur and a unique architectural marvel. It has a pyramidal summit surrounded by hut-shaped turrets.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ticketed)

Jor Bangla (Kesto Rai)

1655 CE

Famous for its classic Do-chala style, resembling two thatched huts joined together. The terracotta panels here are incredibly detailed.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ticketed)

Shyam Rai Temple

1643 CE

A Pancha-ratna (five-pinnacled) temple with some of the most elaborate terracotta ornamentation on all four sides. Depicts the Raas Leela.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ticketed)

Madan Mohan Temple

1694 CE

Dedicated to the patron deity of the Malla Kings. Built in the Eka-ratna style, it is one of the few temples where the deity is still actively worshipped daily.

Active Worship Site

Stone Architecture

The Laterite Giants

Magnificent temples built from locally available laterite stone.

Lalji Temple

1658 CE | Eka-ratna

Built by Bir Singha II. It stands on a high square plinth and is enclosed by a wall. Known for its stucco work.

Kalachand Temple

1656 CE | Eka-ratna

Situated on the south bank of Lalbandh. Built by King Raghunath Singha. It features bas-relief carvings on laterite.

Radha-Gobinda Temple

1729 CE | Eka-ratna

Built by King Krishna Singha. Located near the Jor Mandir group, this laterite temple is known for its massive scale.

Jor Mandir Complex

1726 CE | Eka-ratna

A group of three temples located near the Lalbandh lake. Two are large and one is small.

Malleswar Temple

1622 CE | Deul Style

The earliest laterite temple, built by Bir Singha. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, unlike the Vaishnava temples.

Hidden Terracotta Gems

Radhashyam Temple

1758 CE | Eka-ratna

Known for its dome-shaped shikhara and stucco reliefs depicting Vishnu's avatars.

Sridhara Temple

19th Century | Navaratna

A unique Navaratna (nine-pinnacled) temple in Bose Para, featuring distinct terracotta art.

Nandalal Temple

17th Century | Eka-ratna

A simpler structure with a south-facing entrance, often known for its garden setting.

Murali Mohan Temple

1665 CE | Eka-ratna

Built by Queen Siromoni Devi. It has a pillared porch and beautiful floral stucco work.

Patpur Temple

Eka-ratna

Dedicated to Bhanu Pishi. It is one of the few temples where the deity is worshipped in the form of a Salagram Shila.

Radha-Madhab Temple

1737 CE | Eka-ratna

Built by Churamoni Devi. Situated near the Kalachand temple. Features bas-relief carvings.

Active Worship

Living Temples

Mrinmoyee Temple

The oldest temple (997 CE) dedicated to the royal family goddess, Maa Mrinmoyee (Durga). The firing of a cannon here marks the beginning of Durga Puja in the district.

Chinnamasta Temple

Located near the Dal Madal Cannon. Though the structure is modern (approx 100 years old), it is an extremely popular and powerful shrine dedicated to the headless goddess.

Royal Ruins & Relics

Dal Madal Cannon

A massive wrought iron cannon (3.8m long) built in 1600. It is a symbol of the Malla military might.

Stone Chariot (Rath)

A unique small double-storied structure made of laterite stone.

Garh Darja (Gateways)

The majestic gateways to the ancient Malla fort. The 'Bara Pathar Darwaja' (Main Gate) and 'Chota Pathar Darwaja' (Small Gate).

Gumgarh

A mysterious square structure without any apparent entrance. Often called the 'No-Exit House'.

The Seven Historical Bandhs

The Malla Kings dug seven large tanks (lakes) to secure the city from water scarcity and enemy attacks.

Lalbandh

Famous for the legend of Lalbai

Pokabandh

Located near the park

Shyambandh

Near Shyam Rai Temple

Jamunabandh

Scenic and peaceful

Kalindibandh

Historical water tank

Gantatbandh

Part of the 7 lakes

Krishnabandh

Named after King Krishna Singha

Nearby Excursions

Expand your journey beyond the city limits.

Panchmura

21 km

Hub of Terracotta artisans. Birthplace of the Bankura Horse.

Bikna

3 km

Famous for Dokra art (ancient metal casting technique).

Bahulara

25 km

Siddheshwara Temple, finest brick Rekha deul in Bengal.

Dihar

8 km

Ancient Saileswar & Sareswar temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.