Paharpur Buddhist Monastery

Sunday - 8 December 2024
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Paharpur Buddhist Monastery (Somapura Mahavihara), Paharpur, Naogaon, Bangladesh

Location: Naogaon district, northwestern Bangladesh.

Brief History: Built in the 8th century by the Pala Empire, this UNESCO World Heritage site was a key center of Mahayana Buddhism.

Attractions:

Ancient monastic ruins.

  • Museum showcasing artifacts from the Pala period.
  • Nearby Mahasthangarh archaeological site.

Accommodation: Guesthouses in Naogaon and Bogra districts.


Published on: Sunday, 8 December 2024, 09:41 am
Not updated since Sunday, 8 December 2024, 09:41 am
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