Constructed around the turn of the 20th century by Raja Tonkonath Roy, the wealthy zamindar of Malduar pargana, this imposing mansion stands beside the Kulik River in Ranisankhail. Tonkonath received the title of Raja from the British administration for his regional philanthropy, including funding roads, ponds, and schools. The main two-story palace block exhibits Victorian neoclassical architecture with Ionic columns, semi-circular arched verandas, and ornamental roof balustrades. Surviving outbuildings include a dance hall, treasury vaults, and a brick gateway, offering an atmospheric glimpse into northern Bengal's zamindari era.
- Best time
- October to March
- Give it
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free; bus from Thakurgaon to Ranisankhail ৳60–80; easy-bike to palace ৳20
How to get to Raja Tonkonath Palace
Located roughly 1.5 km east of Ranisankhail upazila town, about 40 km south-west of Thakurgaon town. Local buses or easy-bikes from Thakurgaon take about 1 hour.
Thakurgaon town is about 410 km from Dhaka, around 10 hours by road. Every way to get there is in the Thakurgaon guide.
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- Give it
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- Give it
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