Itachuna Rajbari

Itachuna Rajbari is a restored 18th-century zamindar palace located in Itachuna village in Hooghly district, West Bengal. Built in 1766 by Safaly Narayan Kundu, the complex features courtyards, thakurdalan, and colonial-Bengali architecture. Now operated as a heritage hotel and day-visit destination, it is known for its preserved interiors, cultural programs, and as a filming location, offering visitors a glimpse of Bengal's zamindari heritage near Kolkata.

Visitors can expect a large brick-built Rajbari complex with five courtyards, pillared verandas, a central thakurdalan, and heritage rooms furnished in period style. The property is set in a rural village landscape with ponds and gardens. Guests can explore the courtyards, temple area, and common heritage spaces, enjoy Bengali cuisine, attend evening cultural performances and take guided village walks. Day visitors and overnight guests experience a maintained zamindari-era atmosphere.

Built in 1766 by Safaly Narayan Kundu, a Maratha-era zamindar who established the estate at Bargi Danga, later known as Itachuna. The Rajbari reflects late-Mughal and colonial Bengali zamindari architecture and served as the residence of the Kundu family. It survived the Bargi (Maratha) incursions period and retains its original courtyard plan and thakurdalan.

Represents Bengal zamindari heritage and rural aristocratic lifestyle. The thakurdalan remains a centre for traditional Durga Puja celebrations. The palace is noted for preserving Bengali cultural practices, folk performances, and cuisine, and is widely used as a heritage filming location showcasing Bengali culture to visitors.