Loading...Among the several Zamindar houses in Tangail District, such as Pakutia Zamindar Bari, Mohera Zamindar Bari, Nagarpara Zamindar Bari, and Delduar Zamindar Bari, the Korotia Zamindar Bari stands out in terms of history and heritage. It is one of the few Zamindar houses in Bangladesh that has survived through time, bearing witness to the rich history of the region.
Located just 10 km away from Tangail city, near the banks of Putia, the Zamindar House of Wazed Ali Khan Panni, a prominent Zamindar, is situated. This historic estate, surrounded by nature in a peaceful setting, is almost 1 kilometer long and 0.5 kilometers wide, enclosed by a wall. Inside, there are structures such as the Iron House, Rokeya Mahal, Rani’s Pond, the small Taraf Daud Mahal, and a mosque designed in the Mughal architectural style. The mosque is a notable historical structure. The blend of Mughal and Chinese architectural elements in the design of this estate will captivate you from the first sight. The Rokeya Mahal, a Mughal architectural marvel within the boundary wall, deserves recognition as an archaeological site, though it is currently being used as a college.
The mosque, located to the south of Korotia Zamindar Bari, is about 140 years old. Over time, it has expanded and is now divided into three sections. The first section has three domes, the second section contains five domes, and the third section has no domes. There are four small domes on the north and south sides of the mosque. The mosque was founded in 1871 by Hafiz Mahmud Ali Khan Panni. A triangular minaret is located in front of the mosque, with stairs on either side. The main part of the mosque has five doors, the second section has one door on both the north and south sides, and the third section has five doors on the east side. Inside, there are three hanging chandeliers and a chest (Sindhuk) from ancient times. The walls along the entrance feature three arches, each with intricate carvings that attract attention.
According to the book “Atiar Chand,” it is mentioned that Afghan ruler Solaiman Khan Panni, son of Karrani’s Baizid Khan Panni, arrived in India. His son, Said Khan Panni, settled in Atia and built the famous mosque of Atia during the reign of Emperor Jahangir in 1608. Saadat Ali Khan Panni, the 11th descendant of this family, came to Korotia in Tangail and established the Panni family lineage.
How to Get There
Several buses from Dhaka’s Mohakhali terminal head towards Tangail. You can take one of these buses and get off near the Korotia bypass. From there, take a rickshaw to reach Korotia Zamindar Bari. The bus fare ranges from 150 to 170 BDT, and the rickshaw fare will be around 15-20 BDT.
If you’re planning a day trip, you can also visit other nearby Zamindar houses mentioned earlier. Alternatively, you can visit the historic Atia Mosque, which is on the same route, or visit the Delduar Zamindar Bari.
You can also visit the mausoleum and museum of Maulana Bhashani, along with the Maulana Bhashani Science and Technology University campus.
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