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Mathurapur Deul

Faridpur · History and heritage

Mathurapur Deul, Faridpur
Photo: Rakibul Islam Biswas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

What you can see and do

At Mathurapur in Madhukhali upazila, beside the Chandana River, stands this tall twelve-sided brick tower. Terracotta panels on its walls show scenes from the epics and floral patterns. Who built it and why is still debated, which is part of its appeal.

How to get there

Take a bus from Faridpur town to Madhukhali, then an auto-rickshaw to Mathurapur village.

Safety notes

Do not climb on old walls or ruins or write on them; check the opening hours and closing days first.

Other travel details

  • When to go: November–February
  • How long to allow: About 1.5 hours
  • From Dhaka: 107 km · 5 trains · Bus from ৳317

Put together from the site’s own information. Check the weather and local conditions before you go.

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