Tourism Bangladesh : The Buddhist Vihara At Paharpur (World Heritage Site)

The Buddhist bihar at paharpur, 200 kilometers north-west of  Dhaka, was founded in the 7^th century. It is the largest single Buddhist monastery in the Indian subcontinent and also known as the Somapura Mahavihara, the great Monastery. It was renowned intellectual centre from the 7^th century until the 17^th century. Its layout is perfectly adapted to its religious function. This monastery-city represents unique artistic achievement which was influenced Buddhist architecture as far away as Cambodia. It was declared a world heritage site in 1985 at the 9^th session of the 21 member international committee.