City of Bangladesh
Meherpur declared a district on 26 February, 1984. It is located in Khulna Division. its one of the smaller district in Bangladesh just after Narayanganj and Jhalokati, with an area of 716.08 square kilometers.
Meherpur is a historical district of Bangladesh. The Proclamation of Independence was solemnly made at the village Baidyanathtola (now Mujibnagar), on 17th April 1971 of this district. The first provisional government of Bangladesh was born here under the leadership of Tajuddin Ahmed. On 18th April 1971, the Pakistan army killed 8 persons at village Amjhupi.
It is bounded by Kushtia district and West Bengal State of India on the north, Chuadanga district and West Bengal state of India on the south, Chuadanga and Kushtia districts on the east, West Bengal state of India on the west.
Meherpur is divided into 3 Upazila or Sub Districts (Meherpur Sadar, Mujibnagar, Gangni).
How to Reach Meherpur
By Air: Nearest airport from Meherpur is Jessore airport. Distance about 109.9 km.Buy cheap air tickets with your credit card from the comfort of your home from the app below, or find out the ticket price in Bangladeshi Taka. You can view airfares in other currencies - USD, Canadian Dollar, Euro, Russian Ruble, Indian Rupee.
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Amjhupi Nilkuthi (আমঝুপি নীলকুঠি): Historical Architecture
Amjhupi Nilkuthi, a famous or mostly known as notorious archaeological site established during the English reign, is situated at Meherpur, Khulna.
At the bank of river Kajla, this nilkuthi was built for indigo cultivation, lately used as court office of East India Company.
It is said that before the battle of Plassey, conspirators conducted their last meeting here. it is not true. But It is undoubtedly true that Amjhupi has a dark past about indigo cultivation. Murder, rape, kidnapping- all kind of tortures are recorded here.
The battle of Plassey took place on 23rd June, 1757. But the first Nilkuthi was established between the years of 1800-1815 in Bengal. Indigo cultivation and business was first introduced here by French colonist Louis Bonnaud. So, it is quite impossible for Robert Clive, Mir Jafar, Rai Durlabh, Ghaseti Begum or any other conspirators to plan conspiracies at Amjhupi Nilkuthi which was not even established then.
British rulers lived in Amjhupi Nilkuthi when they plant "Neel" by this country's poor farmer & tortured them those who are not agree to NEEL plant. The kuthi bears testimony of torture and exploitation of Kenny, Simpson, James Heel, Fergun Crawford, Warts, Hamilton and many more English rulers.
How to Go: Amjhupi is 7 Km away from main town. Go to Amjhupi bus stop by Bus or Auto. Then walk 830 meters to Nilkhuthi.
Bhatpara Neelkuthi
Historical ArchitectureAnother Nilkuthi but ruined
How to Go: From Meherpur town you have to go to Gangni Sub district by bus. From Gangni you have to go Bhatpara. Situated at the bank of Kajla River, South from Bhatpara Primary School.
Mujibnagar Complex
Historical Memorial PlaceElected parliament members of 1970's election from East Pakistan formed Bangladesh Government On 10th April 1971 in Mujibnagar, Meherpur. The cabinet took oath on 17th April at liberated area in mango grove of Baidyanathtala (Bhoborpara) Meherpur, Kustia [Present Name is Mujibnagar] . This government took all policy decisions with respect to liberation war
How to Go: Go to Mujibnagar sub-district from Meherpur town by bus. From there you can walk 700 meters to the complex
Other places are:
Meherpur Martyr memorial
In Meherpur TownArchitectural sample in Aamdoho Village, Meherpur
In Meherpur TownSiddheswari Kali Temple Meherpur
In Meherpur TownVobandopur Temple
10 Km from Meherpur townDC Eco Park, Ibrahimpur
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