About the Port
Murshidabad, once the capital of Bengal under its ruling nawabs, spreads along the banks of the Bhagirathi River in West Bengal. Its skyline mixes grand colonial-era palaces with mosques and mausoleums tied to the region's Mughal and Nawabi past, while nearby Khushbagh holds the walled garden tombs of the ruling family. A short distance away, Baranagar is known for its cluster of terracotta temples, built by local rulers and admired for their intricate brickwork.
Travel between the two towns unfolds through the flat, green Bengal countryside, past rice fields and small riverside villages. Both sites reward visitors who appreciate architectural detail over grand scale, and walking is the best way to take in the carved facades and quiet courtyards. The pace is unhurried, offering a glimpse of a lesser-visited chapter of Bengal's history away from more heavily touristed cities.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Murshidabad.
Tour Hazarduari Palace
The 'Palace of a Thousand Doors' was once the seat of the Nawabs of Bengal and now houses armories, portraits, and grand banquet halls. Set aside about an hour to walk its marble corridors and adjoining Nizamat Imambara.
Visit Khushbagh's Walled Tombs
Cross the Bhagirathi River to this quiet garden cemetery holding the graves of Siraj-ud-Daulah and his family. The unadorned simplicity of the tombs contrasts sharply with the grandeur of Murshidabad's palaces.
Study Baranagar's Terracotta Temples
Wander the small temple cluster built by an 18th-century queen, prized for brick facades carved with scenes from Hindu epics. Go slowly and look closely, as the detail rewards patient viewing more than distant photos.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Murshidabad
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,119 | |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,519 | |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,569 | |
| Nov 5, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,369 | |
| Nov 13, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $17,019 | |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,269 | |
| Nov 30, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $12,269 | |
| Dec 17, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,069 | |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,799 | |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,399 | |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $6,449 | |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,749 | |
| Jan 25, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,099 | |
| Feb 1, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,749 | |
| Feb 8, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,749 | |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $10,849 | |
| Feb 22, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,399 | |
| Mar 4, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,349 | |
| Mar 15, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,649 | |
| Mar 22, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,349 |
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