Bari Kothi, Murshidabad

Description

Bari Kothi, Murshidabad

BRIEF OVERVIEW

Bari Kothi, Murshidabad

Nestled along the eastern bank of the Ganges river, Murshidabad is a quaint town that transports you to a bygone era. This historical town was once a wealthy city bustling with affluent banking and merchant families from across the Indian subcontinent and wider Eurasia. Bari Kothi, a luxurious heritage hotel, is the perfect abode for history enthusiasts and architecture lovers. The hotel’s colorful decor, rich fabrics, and ornate furniture will leave you spellbound, while the restored courtyards and lounging areas offer a leisurely experience. Children will enjoy the opportunity to pick their own vegetables and witness them transform into their meals.

The story of Bari Kothi is one of revival and restoration. Built-in the late 1700s by the Sheherwali merchant community, the lavish mansion was left unoccupied for 50 years and fell into decay until the current owners, brother-sister duo Darshan and Lipika Dudhoria, took it upon themselves to revive its grandeur. The restoration was aptly dubbed “Project Priceless” and involved a team of over 100 personnel. The result is a self-sustaining heritage hotel that showcases the wealth and opulence of the merchants who once called it home.

This heritage hotel is a perfect place for families and individuals looking to explore and be enchanted by the rich history of Murshidabad. Bari Kothi will leave you mesmerized and yearning for more, making it an experience worthy of being printed in a travel magazine.

Distance from other cities

City	Distance (In Km.)	Time (In Hrs.)	Mode
Kolkata	240	6	Car

Sustainable & Responsible Tourism
Practices and Initiatives

No single-use plastic is used, and water is provided in safe, filtered glass bottles. Even the bathroom amenities come in compostable bottles.

Garbage is segregated and handed over to the local municipality, with plans to reduce and reuse waste.

Water conservation is prioritized, with recycling of water for irrigation and training for the local community on keeping the Ganges clean. Guests are encouraged to reuse linen, and rainwater harvesting is used for basic tasks.

Electricity is conserved by using LED lights and electric carts and ferry boats for sightseeing.

Manvār protects desert flora and fauna by restoring over 500 acres of desert land to its original form and raising awareness in local villages about the importance of Orans and Gochars for livestock grazing.

The team at Bari Kothi is almost entirely made up of the local community, and staff is trained to engage with guests with a sense of pride and ownership.

Enjoy light-footprint tourism, with eco-friendly building materials, restored furniture, and recycled décor. Locally sourced fabrics are used extensively, and intangible heritage in the form of cuisine, culture, and folk performances is promoted and preserved.

At Bari Kothi, the restoration work follows sustainable principles while enabling the development of the community, with different ethnic groups and no gender bias as part of the hotel. Women from the immediate area make up a large part of the workforce and have been encouraged to upskill and take on other responsibilities.

Activities & Experiences

Breakfast at the Ganges

Tea on the Ganges

Sundowners at the Ganges

Unique Cultural Evenings

5-course Grand Sheherwali Meal

Heritage Walk

Textile Tour

Pottery Session

Yoga Session

Learn Local Art like Shola Art, Kantha Stitching, and Block Printing

Stargazing Experience

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

Why
Terra Viaggi?

Terra Viaggi is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in New Delhi born out of a passion to do things differently.
‘Terra’ means land and ‘Viaggi’ means travel – and the ammonite symbolising positive motion only deepens the thought and aim to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.