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Saturday, June 15, 2019

Stone Chariot, Bishnupur, West Bengal

Stone Chariot, Bishnupur, West Bengal
Stone Chariot is a miniaturized Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Bishnupur Town in Bankura District of West Bengal State, India. This Temple looks like a Chariot. It is situated to the north west of small gateway. It is believed to built during 17th Century. The Temple is located at about 2.5 Kms from Bishnupur Bus Stand, 4 Kms from Bishnupur Junction Railway Station and 3 Kms from Bishnupur New Bus Stand.



History
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The Temple
This Stone Chariot is made of laterite stones. It is a small double storied structure stands on a low laterite plinth originally with three wheels on each side. The lower storey resembles the arched pavilion of Rasamancha whereas the upper storey with shikara resembles Eka Ratna Temple of Bishnupur. This Stone chariot is unique in representing typical Bishnupur Temple style in miniature form with all finer details.


Connectivity
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Location

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