Ramsagar
Dinajpur · Rivers and haors
November – February
Kantajew Temple
What you can see and do
Kantajew Temple, built in the 18th century at Kantanagar in Kaharole upazila by the Dhepa river, is famed across the subcontinent for its terracotta art. Thousands of plaques cover the walls of its three storeys. Some show the Ramayana, some the Mahabharata, and others daily life of the time. The Rash Mela in late autumn draws big crowds.
How to get there
About 20 km north of Dinajpur town on the Thakurgaon highway; get off the bus at Baro Mile and take a van or auto-rickshaw to the temple.
Safety notes
Dress modestly at a place of worship, keep quiet during prayers and ask before taking photographs.
Other travel details
- When to go: November–February
- How long to allow: About 2 hours
- From Dhaka: 334 km · 6 trains · Bus from ৳820
Put together from the site’s own information. Check the weather and local conditions before you go.
Getting there from Dhaka: bus, train, fares
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