Description

The twin towns of Berhampur and Murshidabad straddle the Bhagirathi River and the old Pala and Malda Gaur Kingdoms are also situated within a short distance. It is a beautiful district blend with natural beauty and historical significance. Murshid Quli Khan, the Mughal governor after whom Murshidabad is named, was a famous builder and constructed many public buildings. Most of these are within a close proximity to each other. His greatest achievement is the magnificent Katra Masjid. Hazar Duari is the most prominent attraction in Murshidabad.

Duration

Distance: 230km from Kolkata.
Time: 5 hours by car, 4½ hours by rail and then 20min by car

Best Time to Visit

Winter is the best time to travel to Murshidabad for the cool pleasant weather.

Hotel Range

800/- to 2500/- per room per night.

Tips

Drink Mineral water or packaged drinking water as there is arsenic contamination in the ground water system of the district.
Murshidabad silk is very famous and you can shop a few of them.
Other destinations include Moti Jheel, Bachchawali Topi, Imambara, Wasef Manzil, Museum etc.