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Tourist Places to Visit in Narsingdi, Bangladesh, Asia

Narsingdi is a district situated at the coordinates of 23.92° N 90.73° E in Central Bangladesh. It is located about 46 km away from Dhaka, the capital city of the Bangladesh. Narsingdi District has an area of 1,140.76 sq. km. The district is well known for its textile craft industry.

Narsingdi District shares its borders with Brahmanbaria District to the east and southeast, Narayanganj District in the south and southwest, Gazipur on the west and Narsingdi District to the north and northeast.

Narsingdi is loaded in industrial sector houses great quantity of textile mills, jute mills, and sugar mills. Also Narsingdi is home to biggest power plant of Bangladesh ‘Ghorashal Power Plant’. The main rivers flowing through Narsingdi District are Shitalakkha, Meghna, Old Brahmaputra and Paharea.

 

History of Narsingdi:

Narsingdi derives its name from earlier famous ruler King Narasinha. Narsingdi was formed as a district in the year 1984.

 

Culture, Cuisine and Shopping in Narsingdi:

Narsingdi has mixed of population of Muslim, Hindus, Christians and Buddhists. 94% of Muslims are living in Narsingdi and other religions population is as follows: Hindus 4%, Christians 0.5% and Buddhists 1%. Narsingdi District is home to 52 temples, 9 Buddhist temples, 3923 mosques and 3 churches.

The locals of Narsingdi are the great lovers of non vegetarian dishes of fish, mutton and chicken. Paturi, malai curry, sandesh and gulab jamun are the special types of dishes of Narsingdi.

In recent years, some major developments are happening in Narsingdi shopping sector. There are plenty of retail outlets, mobile showrooms, gadget centres; vehicle showrooms and variety of clothe centres in Narsingdi. Other than modern shops, tourists can also come across handicraft and archeological shops in Narsingdi.

 

Connectivity to Narsingdi:

The major highway of the country ‘The Dhaka-Sylhet Highway’ which passes through Narsingdi connects it with its nearby regions and the main cities of the country. It will take just one hour to reach Dhaka from Narsingdi by road. The bus organizations operate bus services between Narsingdi and surrounding towns and the major operators are National Express, BRTC, Anna Super Service and Badsha Parabahan.

Narsingdi Railway Station is the major railway station for the surrounding regions of Narsingdi located 1.5 km away from the heart of the town. The distance between Narsingdi and Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka is about 45 kms.

 

Places to see in Narsingdi:

Dhanua:

Dhanua is a village situated in Shibpur Upazila in Narsingdi District. This village is well known for the cemetery of a great freedom fighter Shaheed Asad.

 

Sonaimore Benodon Park:

Sonaimore Benodon Park is place with full of natural attractions magnetizes tourists from all over the district.

 

Arshinagor Park:

Arshinagor Park is beautiful park located in the vicinity of Narsingdi Railway Station. It is children favor park and a best weekend spot for adult also.

 

Dream Holiday Park:

Dream Holiday Park is a prime magnetism located near Narsingdi Town. It has various specialties and gives a great feel to the visitors.

 

Wari-Bateshwar ruins:

Wari-Bateshwar ruins are in Bateshwar village in Narsingdi Region. These are remnants of 2500 year old fort and this place is located about 75 km away Dhaka City.

 

The list of other tourist attractions present near Narsingdi is as follows:

• Dhaka Zoo
• Dhakeshwari Temple
• Curzon Hall
• Church of Bangladesh
• Bangladesh National Museum

 

Best time to visit Narsingdi:

From October to February is the ideal time to visit Narsingdi.

 

Accommodation Options near Narsingdi:

Narsingdi houses few luxury hotels and the major international hotels are located in Dhaka City. So tourists can book hotels at Dhaka City for top hospitality services. The prominent hotels in Narsingdi and Dhaka City (46 km away from Narsingdi) are listed below:

• Hotel AL Arafat
• Hotel Sarina
• Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel
• Regency Dhaka
• Ascott The Residence
• La Vinci
• Hotel Lake Castle
• Royal Park
• Ruposhi Bangla Hotel
• The Westin Dhaka

Places to Visit in Narayanganj, Bangladesh, Asia

Narayanganj is a city located in Narayanganj District in central Bangladesh on the banks of River Shitalakshya at a height of 3 meters above the mean level of sea. Because of the larger existence of jute mills, Narayanganj is popularly called as “the Dundee of Bangladesh”. Narayanganj City covers an area of 759.57 sq. km. and it is located between 23°37′ N latitude and 90°30′ E longitude.

Narayanganj is one of the industrial towns of the country home to several industries such as jute trade and processing plants and textile industries. Also Narayanganj is well known for International trading, Import and export business. Agriculture is the main economy source of rural areas of Narayanganj District.

 

History of Narayanganj:

Narayanganj derives its name from a Hindu spiritual head Lakhsmi Narayan Thakur. In the year 1876, Narayanganj Municipality was inaugurated and Narayanganj Victoria Hospital is the famous hospital incorporated in the year 1885.

 

Culture of Narayanganj:

Narayanganj accounts 84% of Muslim population followed by 12.5% of Hindus, 2.5% of Christians and 0.5% of Buddhists. Narayanganj District is home to more than 250 temples, 3000 mosques, 4 Buddhist monastery and about 10 churches.

 

Food and Shopping in Narayanganj:

The special type of Narayanganj sweet items include Kalo Jaam, Pheerni, Chomchom, Peetha- rice cakes, Shemai, Roshomalai, Jeelapi and Amriti and the different dishes of Narayanganj are Samosa, Achar, Fuchka, Lassi, Peetha, Luchi and Paratha.

Narayanganj is well known for the production of special type of cloth ‘Muslin’. Other than Muslin production, Narayanganj is famous for handicraft product shops and archeological centres.

 

Connectivity to Narayanganj:

Due to the near proximity with national capital Dhaka (15 km), Narayanganj has got good connectivity with all around the country. There are regular buses plying between Narayanganj and Dhaka City. One can catch buses easily at Chashara Bus Stand, Narayanganj Bus Stand and Dhaka City Bus Stand.

The nearest railway stations to Narayanganj are Fatulla Railway Station (5 km), Pagla Railway Station (8 km) and Gandaria Railway Station (12 km). Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka is the nearest and accessible airport to Narayanganj located about 33 kms distance.

 

Places to see near Narayanganj:

 

Bangladesh National Museum:

Bangladesh National Museum is located in Dhaka City, inaugurated on 7 August 1913, a museum with beautiful paintings, metal images and ancient coins. A big figurine of the Royal Bengal Tiger is placed in the first floor of the building.

Between the months of April and September, the museum will be open from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm and between October and March, the museum will be open from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. The museum is open from Saturday to Wednesday only.

 

Ramna Park:

Ramna Park is situated in the centre of Dhaka City. The park covers an area of 68.50 acres houses perennials, 34 species of therapeutic plants, shrubs and more than 42 species of forestry.

 

Baldha Garden:

Baldha Garden occupies an area of 3.15 acres situated in Wari region. This garden was established by Narenda Narayan Chawdhury and the garden houses more than 672 species of plants.

 

The list of other tourist attractions near Narayanganj is as follows:

• Ahsan Manzil
• Bahadur Shah Park
• Baitul Mukarram
• Church of Bangladesh
• Curzon Hall
• Fantasy Kingdom Amusement Park
• Dhaka Zoo
• Dhakeshwari Temple

 

Ideal time to visit Narayanganj:

From September to February is the best time to visit Narayanganj to reach historical places.

 

Accommodation options near Narayanganj:

The luxury hotels situated in Narayanganj and Dhaka City (15 km away from Narayanganj) are as follows:

• Ruposhi Bangla Hotel
• The Westin Dhaka
• Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka Hotel
• Regency Dhaka
• Hotel Purbani International Ltd
• Ananda Hotel
• Ascott The Residence
• Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel
• Hotel Sarina
• La Vinci
• Dhaka Sheraton Hotel

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, Asia

Mymensingh is a city placed on Brahmaputra River in Mymensingh District in Bangladesh, is the administrative headquarters of Mymensingh District which covers an area of 82 sq. km. Mymensingh is situated about 123 km away towards north of country capital Dhaka.

Mymensingh is located between 24°45′14″ N latitude and 90°24′11″ E longitude and is situated at an altitude of 19 meters. Mymensingh District is bounded by Gazipur District in the south, Netrokona District to the east, Sherpur District to the west and Meghalaya state of India towards north.

Mymensingh is one of the educational hubs in the country houses numerous top rated educational institutions such as Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh Engineering College and Mymensingh Medical College. Also Mymensingh is in top position in the field of jute production in the country.

 

History of Mymensingh:

Mymensingh was earlier known as Momenshahi, named after the ruler Momen Shah. It also witnessed the rule of British East India Company when it was in India before the India’s Independence on 15^th August 1947.

 

Cuisine and Culture in Mymensingh:

The natives of Mymensingh have the taste of all the major regions countries foods including Chinese. Dal-pury, singara, pitha and samosa are traditional snack items and Kheer, Payesh and Shemai, Geelapi, Muri, chira, khoi are other special types of dishes of Mymensingh.

The people of Mymensingh are slightly different than other regions of the country because the Muslim and the Hindu people have a great chemistry and they celebrate most of the festivals together. Anjuman Eid-gah Maidan, Ramakrishna Math & Mission and Bishyanath Temple are the main cultural centres of Mymensingh.

 

Connectivity to Mymensingh:

Auto Rickshaw is the common and main mode of transportation within Mymensingh City. Other than Auto Rickshaws, tourists can also reach nearby regions by taxi, private and government Buses. Trishal Bus Stand and Uttar Bongo Bus Stand are the prime bus stations of Mymensingh City.

Mymensingh is well connected with Dhaka City and other major cities of the country through Bhrammaputra Express, Jamuna Express, Aghnibina Express and Ekota Express trains. Mymensingh is located about 108 km away from the Dhaka Airport.

 

Tourist places in Mymensingh:

Bishyanath Temple:

Bishyanath Temple is a worship place of Hindus devoted to Lord Shiva situated in Mymensingh District. It is very famous for its pagoda-like architecture and attracts Hindu devotees from all over the district for its holiness.

 

Old Town Hall:

Old Town Hall is a cultural centre constructed by Maharaja Surya Kanta Acharyya. It has hosted more than thousand cultural events of dance, music and drama.

 

Ramakrishna Math:

Ramakrishna Math is placed on Ramakrishna Mission Road was constructed in the memory of the great 19th century saint of Bengal Sri Ramakrishna.

 

Anjuman Eid-gah Maidan:

Anjuman Eid-gah Maidan is a prime attraction of Mymensingh established in an area of 27 acres in the year 1962. During the time of Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha several Muslim devotees meet here. Also the maidhan has pond inside.

 

Other tourist attractions in Mymensingh include:

• The Boro Masjid
• Shahid Minar
• Alexandar Castle
• Mymensingh Museum
• Zainul Abedin Museum
• Fish Museum & Biodiversity Center
• Bangladesh Agricultural University

Best time to visit Mymensingh:

Between the months of November and February is the ideal time to visit Mymensingh.

 Accommodation Options in Mymensingh:

Mymensingh is packed with full of international hotels, star hotels and budgeted hotels. The prominent hotels located in Mymensingh are listed below:

• Hotel Amir International
• Panch Tara Hotel
• Hotel Al Rifat
• Hotel Hera Trade Centre
• Hotel Khan International
• Nirala rest House
• Hotel Isa kha
• Hotel Mustafiz International
• Hotel Uttora
• River Palace
• Hotel Banani Residential
• Hotel Tajmohal
• Hotel Night star Residential
• Hotel Obokash Residential
• New Jahangir Guest Gouse Residential

Places to Visit in Jessore, Bangladesh, Asia

Jessore is a district in Khulna Division in southwestern Bangladesh. Jessore was formed as a district in 1781 and the district occupies an area of 2,606.94 sq. km. Jessore is located about 206 km away towards southwest of national capital Dhaka and about 455 km northwest of Chittagong City.

Jessore is placed at a height of 7 meters above the mean level of sea. Jessore is surrounded by Satkhira District in the south, Magura district to the north, Khulna Districts towards east and West Bengal State in India on the west. Voyirob and Kopotak-kho are the main rivers flowing through Jessore District.

 

History of Jessore:

Prior the India’s Independence Jessore was one district of West Bengal State in India. Jessore was the first Bengali District to carve out from Pakistani forces on 7 December 1971. Jessore Kingdom was ruled by Raja Pratapaditya in the past.

 

Culture of Jessore:

The farmers of Jessore are hard workers and they grow paddy, jute, sugarcane, papaya, banana, cotton, jute, litchi and tuberose. Balia Vakutia is a village in Jessore well known for handloom products of shaari, loongi and gamchha. Also Jessore is home to numerous famous temples and mosques.

 

How to reach Jessore?

Jessore has good connectivity with main cities of the country and India by highways and Jessore Railway Junction is placed on Western Bangladesh Railway line. There are regular trains plying between Jessore and Kolkata City of India. Khulna Bus Station, Jessore Inter District Bus Terminal and Rupdia Bus Station are the prime bus stations of Jessore District.

Jessore Cantonment Railway Station is placed 5 km away from the midpoint of Jessore town. Jessore has its own airport located 7 kms away from the centre of the town, served by GMG Airlines, United Airways and Royal Bengal Airlines.

 

Tourist places in Jessore:

Rampur:

Rampur is a village located in Jessore District famous for beautiful lake. The rivers flowing through Rampur include Jhapa Bayor, Khajura Bayor and Kopotak-kho.

 

Dhoolgraam:

Dhoolgraam is an ancient village situated in Abhaynagar Upazila in Jessore District. Once Rampur had historical seventeen Hindu temples but at present, the village has only one temple, all the 16 temples were ruined by flood of River Bhairab. The remaining temple is the best worship place for Bengali Hindus and fabulous terracotta designs of the temple is a prime attraction.

 

Chanchra Rajbari:

Chanchra is a locality of Jessore town houses historical Lord Shiva Temple, Dosh Mohabid-da Temple and located in the vicinity of Jora Shiv Temple. Also it acts as a good picnic spot.

 

Imam Bara:

Imam Bara is ancient historical monument located in Murolir Mor. It was built by Hazi Muhammad Mohsin.

 

Shaagordaari:

Shaagordaari is a village and home to the residence of renowned poet Michael Madhusudan Dutta. Now the house of Michael Madhusudan Dutta has been converted into a museum. The entrance gate of the museum made with beautiful designs. The River Kopotak-kho flows near Shaagordaari Village.

 

Other top tourist attractions present near Jessore include:

• Vaatnogor
• Jessore Collectorate Building
• Shani Mosque
• Hamidpur

 

Best time to visit Jessore:

From November to May is the ideal time to visit Jessore to visit ancient temples.

 

Accommodation options in Jessore:

Due to the existence of top tourist places, there are plenty of star hotels, budgeted hotels established at Jessore to serve the tourists. The best hotels situated in Jessore are as follows:

• Hotel Hasan International
• New Nuru Hotel
• Hotel Hassan
• Hotel Magpie
• Nazma Hotel
• Hotel R S International
• Hotel Mid-Town
• Grand Hotel
• Coco Hotel