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Destination guide
Rangpur Zilla School
রংপুর জিলা স্কুল
One of the oldest schools in Bengal — Rangpur Zilla School, founded in 1832 (with roots in an English school of 1826) and opened by none other than Lord William Bentinck. Nearly two centuries on, it still runs.
History & significance
In 1832 local landlords jointly founded Rangpur Zamindar School, with a key role played by District Collector Nathaniel Smith; the first headmaster was Krishnanath Ray. On affiliation with Calcutta University in 1862 it took its present name. Anti-British martyr Prafulla Chaki was one of its students.
How to get there
In the city, a short ride from Town Hall — pair the two easily.
Entry fee
No verified entry fee yet
It's a working school — view the historic grounds and old trees from outside.
Opening hours & best time
Best outside class hours.
Best time
In daylight — visitors are struck by the huge two-century-old campus.
Traveller tips
It's a live school — look around respectfully without disturbing students.
Location
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