Puthia

The Puthia Temple Complex consists of a cluster of notable old Hindu temples in Puthia UpazilaRajshahi DistrictBangladesh. Located 23 km to the east of Rajshahi city, it has the largest number of historic temples in Bangladesh.[1]The temples were built by Hindu Zamindars Rajas of the Puthia Raj family who were noted philanthropists of Rajshahi. The temples have been built in terracotta in a variety of styles combining the typical Jor-bangla architecture with other influences. The Rajbari or Palace of the Raja of Puthia and the Dol Mancha are part of the complex.[2] The temples are laid out around a lake with a sprawling lawn.