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Rivers, Haors and Wetlands

Explore Bangladesh’s vast rivers, wetlands, and legendary haors like Tanguar Haor and Hakaluki Haor.

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How to Travel to the Floating Guava Market
Boat, Launch and Ferry Travel

How to Travel to the Floating Guava Market

Tusher Debnath

You want to see the floating guava market in Barisal, but you are not sure how to get there. The market happens on the river near the village of Rayerkhal, about 20 kilometers from Barisal town. Most travelers start from Dhaka. Getting from Dhaka to Barisal You have two main options: bus or launch. The […]

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How to Travel to Chalan Beel
Rivers, Haors and Wetlands

How to Travel to Chalan Beel

Tusher Debnath

Chalan Beel, the largest wetland in Bangladesh, sits across the Natore, Pabna, and Sirajganj districts. If you want to reach this vast water body, the most practical starting point is Natore town. From Dhaka, take a bus to Natore. Several non-AC and AC buses depart from Dhaka’s Gabtoli and Kalyanpur bus stands. The journey takes […]

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How to Travel to Someshwari River
Rivers, Haors and Wetlands

How to Travel to Someshwari River

Tusher Debnath

You want to reach the Someshwari River in Netrokona district. The river flows through the Durgapur upazila, near the Indian border. The most common access point is the village of Bichanakandi, where the river forms a clear, wide channel. Getting to Netrokona town Start from Dhaka. Take a bus from Mohakhali or Sayedabad to Netrokona. […]

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How to Travel to Tanguar Haor
Rivers, Haors and Wetlands

How to Travel to Tanguar Haor

Tusher Debnath

You need to reach Sunamganj town first. Tanguar Haor is about 50 kilometers northeast of Sunamganj. From Dhaka, take a bus to Sunamganj. Several companies like Shyamoli, Hanif, and Saudia operate overnight and daytime buses. The journey takes about 6 to 7 hours. Fare is around 500 to 700 BDT. Buses drop you at Sunamganj […]

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How to Travel to Bichanakandi
Lakes and Natural Landscapes

How to Travel to Bichanakandi

Tusher Debnath

Bichanakandi is a natural sandstone gorge and crystal-clear water basin in Sylhet district, about 30 kilometers northeast of Sylhet city. Most travelers reach it from Sylhet city or from nearby Jaflong. The route is straightforward but requires a combination of road and boat transport. Start from Sylhet City Your journey begins at Sylhet’s Amberkhana or […]

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