Natore Rajbari
নাটোর রাজবাড়ী
An 18th-century palace and garden complex of the Natore royal family, linked to the celebrated queen Rani Bhabani, with ponds, tree-lined avenues and old palace buildings.
Natore Rajbari lies in Natore, about 45 km east of Rajshahi. It was built in the early 18th century by Ramjiban, founder of the Natore royal family, and is famous for Rani Bhabani, a wise ruler called the 'half-queen of Bengal', which is why it is also known as Rani Bhabani Palace. The estate covers about 120 acres and is divided into two palace complexes, Boro Torof and Choto Torof. It has several colonial-style palace buildings, temples and ponds shaded by dense trees, and it is a favorite picnic spot for locals at weekends. Most palace interiors are not open to the public, so the focus is on the architecture from outside and the gardens. Entry is inexpensive. You can visit the nearby Uttara Ganabhaban on the same day and then return to Rajshahi.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Uttara Ganabhaban
- Puthia Temple Complex
- Bagha Mosque
- University of Rajshahi Campus
- Rajshahi Silk (Sopura Silk Mills)
- Padma River Promenade
- Shah Makhdum Ruposh Dargah
- Varendra Research Museum