PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Terracotta architecture
Explanation
Bishnupur, a town in the Bankura district of West Bengal, is globally renowned for its exquisite Terracotta temples and Baluchari silk sarees. These temples were built predominantly during the 17th and 18th centuries under the patronage of the Malla kings. Famous structures include the Rasmancha, Jor Bangla, and Madan Mohan temples.
Key Points
- > Bishnupur was the historic capital of the Malla dynasty.
- > Terracotta refers to baked clay art and architecture.
- > Iconic temples: Rasmancha, Jor Bangla, Madan Mohan, Shyam Ray.
- > Apart from temples, it is famous for 'Baluchari Silk Sarees'.
- > The 'Bankura Horse' is a terracotta masterpiece from this region.
- > It is also known for the Bishnupur Gharana of Hindustani classical music.
Additional Information
Cultural Hubs of West Bengal
| Location | District | Famous For |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnupur | Bankura | Terracotta Temples, Silk |
| Krishnanagar | Nadia | Clay Dolls |
| Shantiniketan | Birbhum | Tagore's Visva-Bharati |
| Murshidabad | Murshidabad | Hazarduari, Silk |
Memory Tips
- Think of Bankura's Red Soil: The red soil was baked into Terracotta (baked earth) to build the beautiful temples of Bishnupur.