Jiaganj and Azimganj are old townships on the banks of Bhagirathi where the Jain culture flourished. There are some old Jain Temples and a Museum. Near Azimganj is the fascinating Baranagar temple complex built by Rani Bhabani (1714 – 1793), the Zamindar of Natore. The brick-built temples are considered to be amongst the best examples of Bengal Terracotta art.
The Baranagar Temple complex is chiefly the creation of Rani Bhabani of Natore. The Bhabaniswara, Char Bangla, Jod Bangla and Rajrajeshwari are the main temples.
The town of Jiaganj has grown on both sides of the Bhagirathi. Though it is very near Murshidabad, it is advisable to keep two separate days for visit to the two zones. The Jain temples are the main attraction here. Among them the temples of Adinath,Bimalnath, Sambhunath and the large temple near Azimganj city station should not be missed. The Jiaganj Museum, having rare collections of art and artefacts, is a good tourist attraction.
[Text Article By: www.murshidabad.nic.in ]
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