A long long time ago, a community of businessman from Rajasthan migrated to the (then) land of opportunities, Murshidabad (200 kms north of Calcutta). Murshidabad, during the late 1700s accounted for 5% of the GDP of the world! Within Murshidabad, the twin cities of Azimganj-Jiaganj were considered to have more wealth than the combined wealth of the British aristocracy.
A long long time ago, a community of businessman from Rajasthan migrated to the (then) land of opportunities, Murshidabad (200 kms north of Calcutta). Murshidabad, during the late 1700s accounted for 5% of the GDP of the world!......
The Bada Aangan of the House has its signature marble work on the floor and showcases the fusion of the Indian design with Roman and Greek influence from that era.
Gaddi Ghar was the erstwhile working area of the Zamindars. It houses beautiful and unique Burma Teak pillars with intricate carvings which highlights the opulence of the Family and the region.
Food features prominently in this community, evolving passionately through their 300-year history in Bengal. Sheherwali Cuisine is one of the finest vegetarian spreads one can find, even in the modern times, and is a wonderful amalgamation of royal cuisine of Nawabs and Bengal delicacies.
The district of Murshidabad holds a long lost folk heritage- Raibeshe Dance and Baul/Fakiri music. At Bari Kothi, we’re trying to bring back these unique folk performances to their glorious days and take a route back to our roots.