Bahadurpur Fort: Almost in ruins, the Bahadurpur Fort is perched on a hill at an elevation of 1980 m. The fort is surrounded by the beautiful deodar trees. Built around 1830, the fort is located at a distance of around 40 km from Bilaspur.
Dagshai developed into a well-established cantonment with a large jail, the foundation stone of which was laid in 1846. Here freedom fighters, mutineers and foreign law-breakers were interned and sentenced to rigorous imprisonment.
Diwan-i-Khas or the Audience Hall is built by Ram Shara Singh, one of the great patrons of arts among the Arki rulers. This astounding room of art is ornamented with wall friezes, encompassing the Kangra, Arki, Rajasthani Kullu and European styles of miniature paintings.
From Indian mythology to contemporary European cities, the subjects in these murals vary drastically. The flowery drawings and the figurines of females, and other portraits show strong influence of Guler style. Animals and birds, raginis, erotic scenes of love, war scenes and some amusing fantasies are found in the murals among other things.
A dazzling citadel on the backdrop of a wood side hill, Arki palace is quite famous for its lovely frescos of the Arki Kalam style. This gargantuan structure displays splendid architectural works that encompasses intricately designed roofs and motifs depicts various themes of contemporary importance. Though in ruins the murals and the wall paintings are worthy for a visit, which depicts various subjects from puranas to folklores. Kalidasa’s Kumarasambhava is brilliantly painted on the walls of the palace is so dazzling that it arrests ones attention.
It is the sub-division headquarter and is situated at 39 km. from Shimla and 7 km. from Shalaghat on Shimla-Bilaspur road. It was the capital of Parmar Dynasty in ancient time. The King's palace is an example of the ancient art.
Once the capital of the princely state of Baghal, Arki has witnessed a good measure of turbulence in this area. Arki became the stronghold of an invading force of Gurkhas during the 'Gurkha Wars' that came to an end in 1815-16. About 1850, Raja Kishen Chand had the fort decorated with fine murals executed in the Pahari style. Here is a place packed with history and adomed with fine art.
Kolkata and Durga Puja are inseparable. The joy, excitement and enthusiasm oozes out of Kolkata during the festival which was initiated by a mass organized Puja in Shobhabajar Rajbari in honor of Governor Lord Clive in 1757. The puja was meant to be a celebration marking the victory of British in the Battle of Plassey.
Considered as is one of the most amazing collection of art the Marble palace situated near the Chorbagan area of North Kolkata is a must visit for any art lover. Constructed in 1835 by Rajendra Mallick the Marble Palace is an art gallery, depicting history in arts, photographs, oil paintings and beautiful sculptures.
Apart from being the British stronghold Kolkata has also been the main center for Indian Army operations post independence. The majestic Fort William constructed in 1781 in the honour of King William –III is the nerve centre of these Eastern operations of Indian Army, being the Eastern Army Command. Situated on the picturesque banks of the Hoogly the Fort has been a witness to many bloodbaths and historical moments.
Garh Mandaran stands for a historic fort which is in ruins now. This historical place is in the close proximity of Kamarpukur. This age old fort was made popular through the famous work of Durgeshnandini by renowned Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. The fort is believed to be of Afghan era.
A reminiscence of the yesteryears, Rajbari Palace marks excellence in architecture and designing. The palace comprises of a large palace building, portico, bushy garden and two temples. The palace gate at Rajbari is assumed to be the world's largest un-reinforced concrete arch structure. The palace once served as the residence of the Raikats, the kings of Baikunthapur estate. The garden of the palace boasts of a beautiful pond, Rajbari Dighi. Surrounded by the pond is a lovely garden filled with flowers and shrubs, making it place a worth watching.