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The best day trips, weekend getaways, and tourist spots near Dhaka city.
Dhanbari Nawab Palace sits in Tangail district, about 120 kilometres from Dhaka. If you are planning a visit, the first thing to sort out is transport. The palace is not on a main tourist route, so you need to plan your journey carefully. The nearest major town is Tangail. From Dhaka, you can take a […]
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If you’re planning a trip to Tangail, you probably want to know the best way to get there, what to see, and how to move around. This district, about 80 kilometers northwest of Dhaka, is known for its handloom industry, the Madhupur forest, and the Jamuna River. Here’s a practical guide to help you plan […]
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Arial Beel is a large wetland area in Munshiganj district, not far from Dhaka. Many people confuse it with the more famous Arial Khan River, but the beel itself is a seasonal floodplain that turns into a vast water body during the monsoon. If you want to see it, the practical starting point is Srinagar, […]
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Getting to Baba Adam Mosque in Qadi Qasbah isn’t hard, but you need to plan the last mile carefully. The mosque sits in a small village called Qadi Qasbah, about 8 kilometres south of Munshiganj town, on the banks of the old Dhaleshwari River. Most travellers start from Dhaka, and the whole trip takes around […]
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Munshiganj, also known as Bikrampur, sits just 20 kilometers south of Dhaka, but it feels like a different world. You don’t need a full day off work to explore it. A half-day trip is enough to see the main sites, though you might want more time if you’re into history. Key Takeaways Munshiganj is a […]
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If you’re planning to visit Bikrampur Vihara in Raghurampur, you probably want to know the most practical way to get there. This archaeological site, which dates back to the 8th century, sits in Munshiganj district, just south of Dhaka. The journey is straightforward, but it requires a mix of road and river transport. Key Takeaways […]
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Munshiganj sits just 30 kilometres south of Dhaka, but it feels like a different country. The district is known for its rivers, old zamindar houses, and the famous Bikrampur region, once a centre of Buddhist learning. Most people go for a day trip, and that works well if you plan the transport properly. Key Takeaways […]
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If you’re planning a day trip from Dhaka to Idrakpur Fort, the first thing to know is that it’s not a difficult journey, but it does require some planning. The fort sits on the bank of the Ichamati River in Munshiganj Sadar, about 30 kilometers south of Dhaka. Most visitors combine it with a visit […]
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Narayanganj sits just 16 kilometres southeast of Dhaka, but it feels like a different world. The city is built around the Shitalakshya River, and for centuries it was the heart of Bengal’s jute trade. Today, most visitors come for one reason: to see the ruins of Sonargaon, the old capital of Bengal. The journey is […]
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If you’re planning to visit Jamdani Palli in Noapara, you’re probably wondering about the best way to get there. Located in Sonargaon upazila of Narayanganj district, this weaving village is about 30 kilometers southeast of Dhaka. The journey is straightforward, but a few details can save you time and confusion. Key Takeaways Jamdani Palli is […]
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