Kotwali Gate
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The Kotwali Gate, commonly known as Kotwali Darja, is a medieval gate on the
Gaur
, which was the capital of Bengal for 112 years.
Today, it marks the international border between India and Bangladesh in the northwestern region, dividing the districts of Chapai Nawabganj and Malda. The gate is an official border crossing between the two countries.
Etymology
The name of the gate originates from the term Kotwal.[3]
History
According to the
Architecture
The central arch, which was 9.15 meters high and 5.10 meters wide,[3] has now collapsed. The gate is part of the southern wall of Gaur. Minor decorative arches are still present on the wall. In addition to the collapsed arch, the gate also had semi-circular towers, battlements and apertures to defend the city.[3]
See also
References
- ISBN 978-1-317-58746-0.
- ^ Archaeological Survey of India: Reports 1862-1884. Government Press. 1882.
- ^ a b c "Kotwali Darwaza - Banglapedia". En.banglapedia.org. 2021-06-18. Retrieved 2023-02-22.
- ^ "ASI, Kolkata Circle".
- ^ "Kotwali Darwaza, Gaur. 100391". Bl.uk. 2003-11-30. Retrieved 2023-02-22.