Jorasanko Thakurbari

4.6

Location: Rabindra Sarani, Raja Katra, Singhi Bagan, Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal 700007, India

Estimated visiting time: 2 hours

Located in the north of Kolkata in West Bengal in India, the House of the Thakurs, the Jorasanko Thakur Bari is the Bengali name, which is the ancestral home of the Tagore family, placed in Jorasanko. To visit, especially for those who are passionate about history and Bengali literature, this is an enjoyable and exciting place. Capturing the attention of the visitors there are 700 paintings that are exhibited in this ancestral home. There are also manuscripts, books, three different galleries, and other antique items in the museum which attracts visitors.

Attraction

This ancestral home now houses the Rabindra Bharati Museum, which is commonly known as Jorasankho Thakurbari in the local language and was built in the year 1784. The Rabindra Bharati University was started with the purpose of imparting quality education to the students and is also located in proximity to the Jorasanko Thakur Bari. When one decides to visit the Jorasanko Thakur Bari, detailed knowledge about the first Non-European Nobel Laureate, Rabindranath Tagore, can be obtained. Jorasanko Thakur Bari should be on the priority of your list of places while visiting Kolkata.

History

In the 18th century in Jorasanko in the north of Kolkata, the Jorasanko Thakur Bari was built. By the famous Sett family of Burrabazar to Prince Dwarkanath Tagore, the land on which this ancestral home stands today was donated, who was the grandfather of Rabindranath Tagore. Rabindranath Tagore spent his entire childhood in this home itself and was born in this place in 1861.

Inside/Outside Views

There are three galleries comprised in the museum. The life of Tagore and his works are shown in the first one, while his family and other stalwarts of Bengal can be known in the other two. Great interest to the sharpened visitors, the self-composed invite to Rabindranath Tagore’s wedding can also be found here.

Opening Hours

Friday 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday 9 AM–5 PM
Sunday 9 AM–5 PM
Monday 9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday 9 AM–5 PM

At Jorasanko Thakur Bari on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, an interesting light and sound show takes place. The timings for the shows are given below-

1. November to January:

6:00 AM – 6:40 PM-in Bengali
7:00 PM – 7:40 PM-in English

2. February to June:

7:00 PM – 7:40 PM-in Bengali
8:00 PM – 8:40 PM-in English

Entry & Others Fees

1. Indians:

Adults: INR 10, Students: INR 5,
Light and sound show: INR 10,

2. Foreigners: INR 50

3. Photography: INR 50

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How to Reach

By Air: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is the closest and most easily accessible airport.

By Train: Howrah junction is the closest railway station.

By Bus: To this area, all local buses ply.

Via cabs or public transport, the place is easily accessible.

As the place easily gets crowded and is prone to traffic jams, it is suggested that one visits the Jorasanko Thakur Bari through the metro. Netaji Bhavan is the closest metro station.

Tips for Travellers

Don’t throw waste inside the museum or anywhere else, rather use the bin boxes placed there. Carry your water bottle with you.

FAQ

Que-1: is this place safe to visit?

Ans: yes, the place is safe to visit

Que-2: is photography allowed inside the place?

Ans: yes, photography is allowed here, with permission from the authority.

Que-3: what is the best time to visit there?

Ans: So that you can take part in the celebrations and events, the best time to visit Jorasanko Thakur Bari is at the time of the birthdays of eminent poets.