Attractions in Bangladesh

Bagerhat

Bagerhat is a historic town in southwestern Bangladesh, home to a UNESCO-listed 15th-century mosque city built by Khan Jahan Ali.

Khatunganj Wholesale Market

Khatunganj in Chittagong is one of the largest commodity trading hubs in the country.

Karwan Bazar

This is the largest wholesale marketplace in Dhaka for agricultural products.

Sundarbans

The largest contiguous mangrove forest in the world is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the endangered Bengal tiger.

Kantajew Temple

The 18th-century Kantajew Temple in Dinajpur is an outstanding example of terracotta architecture in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh National Museum

The country's principal museum in Dhaka, exhibiting art, history, classical antiquities, and natural history.

Bangabandhu Bridge

One of the longest bridges in South Asia, crossing the Jamuna River to connect eastern and western Bangladesh.

Central Railway Building

An iconic colonial-era administrative building in Chittagong, reflecting British architectural style and railway history.

Lalon Shah's Shrine

A spiritual center in Kushtia dedicated to the famous Bengali Baul singer and philosopher Lalon Shah.

Kaptai Dam

A major dam on the Karnaphuli River that created Kaptai Lake, the largest artificial lake in the country.

Varendra Research Museum

The oldest museum in Bangladesh, located in Rajshahi, featuring a rich collection of historical artifacts.

Padma Bridge

The longest bridge in Bangladesh, crossing the Padma River and connecting the southwest to Dhaka.

Shrine of Bayazid Bostami

A historic shrine in Chittagong, famous for its pond inhabited by rare, sacred turtles.

Hardinge Bridge

A historic railway bridge over the Padma River, built during the British colonial period.

Shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal

The tomb of a famous Sufi saint in Sylhet, attracting thousands of pilgrims annually.

Monument

Mujibnagar Monument

The monument commemorates the first provisional government of Bangladesh, which was sworn in here in 1971.

Monument

Shaheed Minar

A national monument in Dhaka commemorating the victims of the Bengali Language Movement of 1952.

Monument

National Martyrs' Monument

The national symbol commemorating the victims of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.

Nature

Park

Himchari National Park

A scenic park near Cox's Bazar that combines forested hills and breathtaking ocean views.

Park

Satchari National Park

A species-rich national park with seven streams, ideal for bird watching and light hikes.

Park

Bahadur Shah Park

A historic park in Old Dhaka, today a quiet retreat for walkers and families.

Tanguar Haor

A unique wetland ecosystem in northeastern Bangladesh, providing shelter for many migratory birds.

Boga Lake

A high-altitude, natural lake in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, surrounded by dense forests.

Kaptai Lake

The largest artificial lake in Bangladesh, created by the construction of the Kaptai Dam.

Kuakata Coast

A rare scenic beach in the south from which one can watch both the sunrise and sunset over the sea.

Patenga Coast

A coastline lined with massive stone blocks near Chittagong, where the Karnaphuli River flows into the sea.

Cox's Bazar Beach

The longest uninterrupted natural sandy beach in the world, stretching along the Bay of Bengal.

Hakaluki Haor

One of the largest and most significant inland water wetland ecosystems in Asia.

St. Martin's Coast

The coastline of the only coral island in Bangladesh, surrounded by crystal clear waters and reefs.

Inani Coral Coast

A special section of beach known for its extensive, round coral rocks and clean water.

Parki Sandy Beach

A peaceful coastal landscape in Anwara, where the sandy beach merges into a dense fir forest.

Jowtlang

One of the most prominent border peaks in the southeast, presenting an enormous physical challenge for climbers.

Chandranath Hill

A prominent hill in Sitakunda that serves as both a natural wonder and a major Hindu pilgrimage site.

Tazing Dong

A steep mountain in the Bandarban district, known in local languages as the 'Mountain of great elevation'.

Nilgiri Hills

A picturesque mountain area in Bandarban, famous for its floating clouds and cool temperatures.

More highlights

Panam City

An abandoned historic settlement in Sonargaon, which was the center of wealthy Hindu merchants in the 19th century.

Star Mosque

A richly decorated mosque in the old part of Dhaka from the late 18th century.

Hussaini Dalan

An important Shia Islamic structure in the heart of Dhaka.

Mahasthangarh

One of the oldest known archaeological sites in Bangladesh.

Tajhat Palace

A historic palace in Rangpur, built in the early 20th century by a wealthy jeweler.

Wari-Bateshwar Ruins

An archaeological site in the Narsingdi region, dating back to around 450 BC.

Bagha Mosque

A beautiful historic mosque on the outskirts of Rajshahi.

Bara Katra

A historic Mughal-era structure in Dhaka that originally served as a caravanserai.

Puthia Temple Complex

A remarkable cluster of Hindu temples in the Rajshahi Division.

Somapura Mahavihara

A major 8th-century Buddhist monastic center located in Paharpur.

Sixty Dome Mosque

One of the oldest mosques in Bangladesh, located in Bagerhat.

Chhota Sona Mosque

A historic mosque from the Bengal Sultanate period, near the border with India.

Mainamati Ruins

An important center of Buddhist culture between the 8th and 12th centuries.

Ahsan Manzil

The former palace of the Nawab of Dhaka, on the banks of the Buriganga River.

Rose Garden Palace

A magnificent late 19th-century mansion in Dhaka.