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Palashi
Palashi, historically spelt Plassey, is a village in the Nadia district of West Bengal.
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- Tomb of Mir Madan
- Palashi Monument
Palashi at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Tomb of Mir Madan: Tomb of Mir Madan is located at Faridpur, in the Beldanga II CD block in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district. According to the List of Monuments of National Importance in West Bengal, the Tomb of Mir Madan is an ASI Listed Monument.
- Palashi Monument: The monument dedicated to the Battle of Plassey. A memorial stone was erected in 1883 to mark the victory of the British in the battle.
Sightseeing Places
- Tomb of Mir Madan: Tomb of Mir Madan is located at Faridpur, in the Beldanga II CD block in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district. According to the List of Monuments of National Importance in West Bengal, the Tomb of Mir Madan is an ASI Listed Monument.
- Palashi Monument: The monument dedicated to the Battle of Plassey. A memorial stone was erected in 1883 to mark the victory of the British in the battle.
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Tomb of Mir Madan
Tomb of Mir Madan is located at Faridpur, in the Beldanga II CD block in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district. According to the List of Monuments of National Importance in West Bengal, the Tomb of Mir Madan is an ASI Listed Monument.
Palashi Monument
The monument dedicated to the Battle of Plassey. A memorial stone was erected in 1883 to mark the victory of the British in the battle.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 104 km from Palashi.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Sirajnagar Halt railway station, about 3 km from central Palashi.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Palashi (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–34°C with about 134 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Palashi (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 307 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Palashi (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 67 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Palashi (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: Palashi, historically spelt Plassey, is a village in the Nadia district of West Bengal.
- Overview: Palashi, historically spelt Plassey, is a village in the Nadia district of West Bengal.
- Modern History: Palashi achieved historical significance when, on 23 June 1757, the Battle of Plassey was fought between the forces of Siraj-ud-Daulah, the last reigning Nawab of Bengal (and his French support troops), and the troops of the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive. This event, part of the Seven Years' War, ultimately led to the establishment of British rule in Bengal and, eventually, the whole Indian subcontinent. During British rule Plassey became part of Nadia District of Bengal.
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Significance
There is a Monument, commonly known as Palashi Monument established in memoirs of the martyrs of the battle. The Monument is protected and supervised by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Historical Significance
There is a Monument, commonly known as Palashi Monument established in memoirs of the martyrs of the battle. The Monument is protected and supervised by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Architectural Legacy
Palashi achieved historical significance when, on 23 June 1757, the Battle of Plassey was fought between the forces of Siraj-ud-Daulah, the last reigning Nawab of Bengal (and his French support troops), and the troops of the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive.
Artistic Heritage
Palashi (PAW-lah-shih) is best known as the site of the famous Battle of Plassey on 23 June 1757 between the last independent ruler of Bengal, Nawab Siraj ud-Daula (1756-1757) and the British forces under the command of Robert Clive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palashi 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 May (average high 34°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 104 km away. The nearest railway station is Sirajnagar Halt railway station, about 3 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Tomb of Mir Madan and Palashi Monument.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 23°C to 34°C over the year, with about 1516 mm of rain in total.
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