Period
Mughal, Nawabi, British Colonial
Style
Indo-European, Nawabi
Protected by
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
Best time to visit
Oct-Feb
Hazarduari Palace
You will see the grand Hazarduari Palace, meaning 'Palace with a Thousand Doors'. Full details β
Hours
9am-5pm
Entry
rupees 20 (Indians), rupees 300 (foreigners)
Getting there
12km from Berhampur city centre, auto-rickshaw rupees 200-300
The Nizamat Imambara is the largest Imambara in West Bengal, built by Nawab Mansur Ali Khan. Full details β
Hours
9am-5pm
Entry
Included with Hazarduari Palace ticket
Getting there
Located directly opposite Hazarduari Palace, walkable distance
Katra Mosque is a large, impressive mosque built by Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, whose tomb lies beneath the entrance staircase. Full details β
Hours
Sunrise-Sunset
Entry
Free
Getting there
10km from Berhampur, auto-rickshaw rupees 150-200
Motijheel, or 'Pearl Lake', is a horseshoe-shaped lake with the ruins of a palace and a mosque. Full details β
Hours
10am-5pm
Entry
rupees 10 (Indians), rupees 100 (foreigners)
Getting there
8km from Berhampur, auto-rickshaw rupees 150-200
Restricted inside Hazarduari Palace Museum. Generally allowed outside monuments.
Guided tour recommended for the best experience at these sites.
Ongoing for several historical sites, some ruins are maintained.
Hazarduari Palace Museum
Timings
9am-5pm
Closed
Fridays
Entry
rupees 20 (Indians), rupees 300 (foreigners)
Berhampur, a commercial town in West Bengal, serves as your gateway to the historical wonders of Murshidabad.
The best time to visit Berhampur is from October to February. The weather is pleasant and cool, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
You can reach Berhampur from Kolkata by train (3.5-4 hours to Berhampore Court station), by bus (4-5 hours), or by road via NH12 (4-5 hours drive).
Yes, major attractions like Hazarduari Palace Museum have entry fees: rupees 20 for Indians and rupees 300 for foreigners. Many temples and smaller sites are free or have nominal fees.
Berhampur is generally safe, but solo female travelers should exercise caution, especially after dark. Stick to well-lit areas and avoid isolated spots. Dress modestly to avoid unwanted attention.
You must try Mishti Doi, Rosogolla, Macher Jhol, and Shorshe Ilish. Explore local sweet shops and restaurants for authentic Bengali cuisine.
Bengali is the primary language. Hindi is also widely understood, and some English is spoken in hotels and tourist-facing businesses.
Yes, you can buy a local SIM card from major providers like Airtel or Jio in Berhampur. You will need your passport, visa, and a passport-sized photo for activation.
A low budget is around rupees 1500 per day, a mid-range budget is rupees 3500, and a high budget is rupees 7000 or more, excluding major travel costs to reach Berhampur.
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