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- Navadwip
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Nabadwip
India
Also known as: Navadwip
Nabadwip, city, southeastern West Bengal state, northeastern India. It lies at the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Jalangi rivers.
The Bhagirathi River has shifted its course, cutting the city off from the rest of the surrounding area. Reputedly founded in 1063, the town served as the ancient capital of the Sena dynasty. Called the Varanasi of Bengal, it is an important pilgrimage centre. Caitanya (1486–1533), a Hindu mystic who founded the Vaishnava sect, was born there. It is also noted for its traditional Sanskrit schools. Metalware and brass manufacture are major industries. Constituted a municipality in 1869, it has colleges affiliated with the University of Calcutta. Pop. (2001) city, 125,341; (2011) city, 125,543.
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