Mazar of Shah Sultan Balkhi Mahisawar (R:) | Bogra | Bangladesh

Another reason for choosing this place was the position and size of the Karatoya, which as recently as in the 13th century was three times wider than Ganges. River of Karatoya
In 1685, associate body decree mentioned the place as Mastangarh, a mix of Sanskritic language associated Persian which means fortified place of an auspicious personage.
Mahasthangarh is the oldest archaeological site in Bangladesh. It dates back to 300 BCE and was the ancient capital of the Pundra Kingdom.
Also known as Behular Basar Ghar or Lakshindarer Medh, situated in the village Gokul, 3 km to the south of the citadel, off the Bogra-Rangpur road.