Sagardighi and the Hiranyagarbha Shiva Temple of Coochbehar, the Memory, Architecture and Urban Vision of Maharaja Harendra Narayan Bhupbahadur - (Part 1): West Bengal, North Bengal and the Historical Setting of Cooch Behar.
Episode 1 Author - Biswarup Chatterjee. Introduction In the eastern region of the Indian subcontinent, West Bengal is a state (- 21°25′ N to 27°13′ N latitude and 85°50′ E to 89°50′ E longitude.), which is quite rich in geographical diversity, cultural vitality, and historical depth. The area has contributed significantly to the growth of Indian civilization and legacy since ancient times. A distinctive natural setting is provided by its diverse physical landscape, which includes the fertile alluvial plains in the middle, the plateau regions in the west, the coastal belt along the Bay of Bengal in the south, and the foothills of the Himalayas in the north. In addition to improving biodiversity and the environment, this geographic diversity has had a significant impact on the way of life, economics and cultural customs of its inhabitants. The region designated as West Bengal, distantly Mark on the map of India. ...