Amjhupi Nilkuthi
A colonial indigo planters' house by the Kajla river, a reminder of the harsh indigo era.
In the 19th century British indigo planters forced Bengal's farmers to grow indigo on unfair terms, and their fortified bungalows, called nilkuthis, became symbols of oppression. The one at Amjhupi, a few kilometres east of Meherpur town, is among the best preserved.
The single-storey building, with high ceilings, thick walls and arched verandas, stands in spacious grounds shaded by old mango and other trees beside the Kajla river. Remains of indigo vats and outbuildings can be traced nearby, and local lore links the house to several dramatic episodes of colonial history. Today the lawn is a popular picnic spot, and a small display explains the story of indigo cultivation.
How to go
About 6-7 km east of Meherpur town on the Chuadanga road; take an auto or easy-bike (≈20 min, 30-60 BDT).
Where to stay
Hotels in Meherpur town or the Parjatan Motel at Mujibnagar (800-3,000 BDT).
