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Berhampore
Berhampore, a colonial-era town on the Hooghly River, is the headquarters of the Murshidabad district of West Bengal.
Berhampore at a Glance
Why Berhampore?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University
- Byaspur Shiva Temple
- Dutch Cemetery
- Residency Cemetery
- Saidabad Rajbari
- Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys
Berhampore at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University: A public state university in Berhampore with Oxford-inspired architecture. It was established in 1853 as a liberal arts college by Maharani Swarnamoyee Devi.
- Byaspur Shiva Temple: A Shiva temple with terracotta works. It was built in 1811 by Pandit Ramkeshava Devasharman, and is said to have been inspired by the temple in Baranagar (near Azimganj) built by Rani Bhabani.
- Dutch Cemetery: The Dutch Cemetery of Cossimbazar dates back to the early 18th century. The oldest grave is of Daniel Van der Muyl, who died in 1721.
- Residency Cemetery: A heritage Christian cemetery protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Many important British residents and military personnel lived in Berhampore were buried in this cemetery.
- Saidabad Rajbari: Built by Maharaja Nandakumar Roy's son-in-law, the palace was later converted into a museum and district library.
- Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys: The former royal palace of the Cossimbazar royal family, turned into a heritage property.
Things to Do
- Laldighi Park: A great place to (re)discover love.
- Rabindra Sadan: Rabindra Sadan is worth a visit while in Berhampore.
- Ritwik Sadan: Ritwik Sadan is worth a visit while in Berhampore.
- Barrack Square: The central ground of Berhampore, as part of the fortified British cantonment. It is surrounded by various bungalows and barracks, all of which are now used as government offices.
- Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys: The former royal palace of the Cossimbazar royal family, turned into a heritage property.
- Old Cossimbazar Palace: ThisThe place is known as Boro Rajbari and belongs to the Nandi family. It is totally in ruins, and the interiors are not accessible.
Sightseeing Places
- Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University: A public state university in Berhampore with Oxford-inspired architecture. It was established in 1853 as a liberal arts college by Maharani Swarnamoyee Devi.
- Byaspur Shiva Temple: A Shiva temple with terracotta works. It was built in 1811 by Pandit Ramkeshava Devasharman, and is said to have been inspired by the temple in Baranagar (near Azimganj) built by Rani Bhabani.
- Dutch Cemetery: The Dutch Cemetery of Cossimbazar dates back to the early 18th century. The oldest grave is of Daniel Van der Muyl, who died in 1721.
- Residency Cemetery: A heritage Christian cemetery protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Many important British residents and military personnel lived in Berhampore were buried in this cemetery.
- Saidabad Rajbari: Built by Maharaja Nandakumar Roy's son-in-law, the palace was later converted into a museum and district library.
- Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys: The former royal palace of the Cossimbazar royal family, turned into a heritage property.
Temples
- Byaspur Shiva Temple: A Shiva temple with terracotta works. It was built in 1811 by Pandit Ramkeshava Devasharman, and is said to have been inspired by the temple in Baranagar (near Azimganj) built by Rani Bhabani.
Places That Define Berhampore
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Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University
A public state university in Berhampore with Oxford-inspired architecture. It was established in 1853 as a liberal arts college by Maharani Swarnamoyee Devi.
Byaspur Shiva Temple
A Shiva temple with terracotta works. It was built in 1811 by Pandit Ramkeshava Devasharman, and is said to have been inspired by the temple in Baranagar (near Azimganj) built by Rani Bhabani.
Dutch Cemetery
The Dutch Cemetery of Cossimbazar dates back to the early 18th century. The oldest grave is of Daniel Van der Muyl, who died in 1721.
Residency Cemetery
A heritage Christian cemetery protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Many important British residents and military personnel lived in Berhampore were buried in this cemetery.
Saidabad Rajbari
Built by Maharaja Nandakumar Roy's son-in-law, the palace was later converted into a museum and district library.
Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys
The former royal palace of the Cossimbazar royal family, turned into a heritage property.
Old English Cemetery
The Old English Cemetery contains several tombs and graves, including the tomb of Mary Hastings, wife of Warren Hastings and that of her infant daughter. There are several other graves in the cemetery, but most of them are unmarked.
Old Cossimbazar Palace
ThisThe place is known as Boro Rajbari and belongs to the Nandi family. It is totally in ruins, and the interiors are not accessible.
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Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
All Itineraries
- 1 Day in Berhampore: 1 days with detailed day plans
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 115 km from Berhampore.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Berhampore Court railway station, about 2 km from central Berhampore.
- By Road: Get into any private or government bus from Kolkata (Esplanade) going to or via Berhampore. Volvo bus service is also available for the Kolkata-Berhampore route.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Berhampore (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–34°C with about 134 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Berhampore (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 310 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Berhampore (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 74 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Berhampore (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 1 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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History
- Summary: Berhampore, a colonial-era town on the Hooghly River, is the headquarters of the Murshidabad district of West Bengal.
- Overview: Berhampore, a colonial-era town on the Hooghly River, is the headquarters of the Murshidabad district of West Bengal.
- Ancient History: Karnasubarna, which is the origin city of Berhampore, has a history dating back to 600 AD. Many buildings from the late 1600s can still be seen. It used to be known as Brahmapur because many of the Brahmin families settled here.
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Significance
Berhampore was fortified in 1757 by the East India Company, after the Battle of Plassey in June 1757, and it continued as a cantonment until 1870. But the foundation of the city of Berhampore remains questionable.
Historical Significance
Berhampore was fortified in 1757 by the East India Company, after the Battle of Plassey in June 1757, and it continued as a cantonment until 1870. But the foundation of the city of Berhampore remains questionable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Berhampore is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is June (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 115 km away. The nearest railway station is Berhampore Court railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnanath University, Byaspur Shiva Temple, Dutch Cemetery, Residency Cemetery, Saidabad Rajbari and Cossimbazar Palace of the Roys.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 23°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1530 mm of rain in total.
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