Things to do in Banjetia, West Bengal
Banjetia is a census town in the Berhampore CD block in the Berhampore subdivision of the Murshidabad district in the state of West Bengal, India.
19 places to visit in and around Banjetia, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Hazarduari Palace · in Murshidabad
The Hazarduari Palace, earlier known as the Bara Kothi, is a former palace and now a national monument and public cultural museum, located in the campus of Kila Nizamat in Murshidabad, in the Indian state of West Bengal.
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- 4Wasif Manzil · in Murshidabad
Wasif Manzil is a palace in Murshidabad, West Bengal, India. It was built by Nawab Wasif Ali Mirza Khan under the direction and supervision of Mr.
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- 6Karnasuvarna · in Karnasuvarna
Karnasuvarna or Karnasubarna was an ancient city, located in the present day Berhampore CD block in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 7Katra Masjid · in Murshidabad
The Katra Masjid is a former Shia caravanserai, mosque and tomb, in a partial ruinous state, located in the north eastern side of the city of Murshidabad, in the state of West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 8Motijhil · in Murshidabad
Motijhil, also known as Company's Lake due to its association with the East India Company, is a horse-shoe shaped lake in Murshidabad, West Bengal, India. It was created by Nawazish Muhammad Khan, the son-in-law of Nawab Alivardi Khan.
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- 10Khushbagh · in Murshidabad Wikipedia
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- 12Jama Masjid, Motijheel · in Murshidabad
The Jama Masjid, also known as the Kala Masjid and as the Motijheel Mosque, is a Friday mosque, located on the western bank of Motijhil, in the historical city of Murshidabad, in the state of West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 13St. Mary Armenian Church, Saidabad
Saint Mary Church of Saidabad, is a parish of the Armenian Apostolic Church situated at Saidabad, Cossimbazar near Baharampur in Murshidabad district in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus.
Wikipedia - 14Chawk Mosque, Murshidabad · in Murshidabad Wikipedia
- 15Madina Mosque · in Murshidabad Wikipedia
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- 17Fauti Mosque · in Murshidabad Wikipedia
- 18Yellow Mosque · in Murshidabad Wikipedia
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Banjetia by interest
- Good with kids: Motijhil, Khushbagh
- Temples and places of worship: Katra Masjid, Kiriteswari Temple, Jama Masjid, Motijheel, St. Mary Armenian Church, Saidabad, Chawk Mosque, Murshidabad
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Hazarduari Palace, Namak Haram Deorhi, Kathgola Palace, Wasif Manzil, Nashipur Rajbari
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Motijhil, Khushbagh
- Lesser-known places: Jama Masjid, Motijheel, St. Mary Armenian Church, Saidabad, Fauti Mosque, Yellow Mosque, Bhavaniswar Mandir
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Banjetia
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 17°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 22°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 28 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 75 mm |
| May | Hot | 32°C | 158 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 225 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 295 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 236 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 216 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 133 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 12 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 18°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Banjetia
- Nearest railway station: Murshidabad Junction (MBB), 8 km away.
- Nearest airport: Malda Airport (LDA), 102 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Banjetia costs
- Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
- Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Banjetia is not included.
Compare Banjetia with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
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| Banjetia | – | Oct–Mar | 19 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Cossimbazar | 2 km | Oct–Mar | 12 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Panchanantala | 2 km | Oct–Mar | 15 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Berhampore | 4 km | Oct–Mar | 33 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gora Bazar | 4 km | Oct–Mar | 16 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Banjetia; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Banjetia?
The best known are Hazarduari Palace, Namak Haram Deorhi, Kathgola Palace, Wasif Manzil, Nashipur Rajbari.
When is the best time to visit Banjetia?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Banjetia?
Nearest railway station: Murshidabad Junction (MBB), 8 km away. Nearest airport: Malda Airport (LDA), 102 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Banjetia cost?
Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person; Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Banjetia is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.