Historical Sights and Heritage

Murshidabad – The Nawabi Legacy

Best For: Mughal-era palaces, battlefields, and Islamic heritage

• Hazarduari Palace – A grand Nawabi palace with 1,000 doors and a museum showcasing Nawabi artifacts.
• Nizamat Imambara – One of India’s largest Imambaras, built by Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah.
• Katra Mosque – A 17th-century mosque and tomb of Murshid Quli Khan.
• Motijheel (Pearl Lake) – A scenic lake surrounded by historic ruins.
• Nasipur Palace – A less-explored palace with stunning architecture.
• Jahankosha Cannon – A giant Mughal-era cannon from the 17th century.

 Don’t Miss: A boat ride along the Bhagirathi River to explore Nawabi heritage sites.