Mathurapur Deul
A tall 16th-17th century brick tower temple with terracotta decoration near the Chandana river.
Rising about 21 metres above the fields of Madhukhali, Mathurapur Deul is a rare surviving example of the tall, curved rekha-style temple tower in Bangladesh. Scholars date it to the 16th or 17th century; local tradition credits a Mughal-era commander named Sangram Singh, though no one is entirely sure.
The twelve-sided tower has a small chamber inside, and its outer walls still carry rows of terracotta panels showing human figures, horsemen and floral motifs. It is protected by the Department of Archaeology and stands in a quiet village setting, so a visit combines well with a walk along the nearby Chandana river.
How to go
Take a bus from Faridpur towards Magura or Jashore and get off at Madhukhali (about 40 min, 50-80 BDT), then an auto-rickshaw or van about 2 km north along the Madhukhali-Baliakandi road (10 min, 30-60 BDT).
Where to stay
There is little accommodation in Madhukhali; stay in Faridpur town (1,500-4,000 BDT).
