JORASANKO THAKUR BARI MUSEUM
Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The Bengali name for the House of the Thakurs, the Jorasanko Thakur Bari is the ancestral home of the Tagore family that is located in Jorasanko, in the north of Kolkata in West Bengal in India. This is an enjoyable and exciting place to visit, especially for lovers of history and Bengali literature. The 700 paintings that are exhibited in this ancestral home especially capture the attention of the visitors. What enthrals them, even more is the self-composed invite of Rabindranath Tagore's wedding. The museum also houses three different galleries, manuscripts, books and other antique items.
All know the contributions of Rabindranath Tagore to the world of literature and it is in this house that this exceptional poet was born and where he spent most of his life and then left for his heavenly abode. This ancestral home was built in the year 1784, and now houses the Rabindra Bharati Museum, which is commonly known as Jorasankho Thakurbari in the local language. The Rabindra Bharti University is also located in proximity to the Jorasanko Thakur Bari and the university was started with the purpose of imparting quality education to the students. Detailed knowledge about the first Non-European Nobel Laureate, Rabindranath Tagore, can be obtained when one decides to visit the Jorasanko Thakur Bari.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Don't touch the Artifacts.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SundayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday | 10:30 AM | 04:30 AM | 10 | 5 |
- Monday is Holiday
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Jorabagan Bus Stand |
1.1 KM | 7699993930 |
 Howrah Railway Station |
2.6 KM | 139 |
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
13.3 KM | 03325118036 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 5 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jorasanko | 750 MTRS |
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