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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