Bangabandhu Bridge

The Bangabandhu Bridge, widely known as the Jamuna Bridge, is a vital strategic link crossing the Jamuna River and connecting the eastern and western parts of Bangladesh. Opened in June 1998, the 4.8-kilometer-long bridge was one of the longest in South Asia at the time of its completion. It is a multipurpose structure designed to carry a four-lane highway, a dual-gauge railway, a high-voltage electricity line, a natural gas pipeline, and telecommunication cables. Before its construction, the Jamuna River acted as a significant barrier to trade and travel, with people relying on slow and often dangerous ferry services. The bridge's design accounts for the river's dynamic nature and high discharge rates, featuring a sophisticated foundation system. Named after the nation's founding father, the bridge has been instrumental in integrating the national economy and accelerating development in the northern and western districts of Bangladesh.

Nearby cities

Lhamoizingkha

Lhamoizingkha is a subtropical border town in Bhutan, situated on the banks of the Sunkosh River in an area with lush vegetation.

Sirajganj

A major river port and transportation hub on the Jamuna River, connecting northern Bangladesh with the rest of the country.

Laya

An isolated high-altitude village at 3800 meters, home to the semi-nomadic Layap people known for their unique conical bamboo hats.

Khuruthang

Khuruthang is a planned new town serving as the commercial hub for the Punakha district, just south of the historic dzong.

Jamalpur

A northern city known for its nakshi kantha (embroidered quilt) handicrafts and agricultural production.

Khulna

Khulna is a major industrial city that serves as the gateway to the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest.

Tsimasham

Tsimasham is the headquarters of Chukha district, strategically located along the main highway between Thimphu and the Indian border.

Damphu

Damphu is the administrative center of Tsirang district, famous for its mild climate and rich agricultural yields.

History & landmarks

Bagerhat

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

Gasa Dzong

A historic mountain fortress built in the 17th century to protect against attacks from the north.

Talo Dzong

The Talo Monastery is located high up in the hills of Punakha.

Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery

An impressive temple and nunnery complex situated on a ridge.

Buddha Dordenma

A gigantic Buddha statue towering over Thimphu.

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Phajoding Monastery

A massive monastery complex high above Thimphu, reached by a steep hike.

Nature

Teesta River

A major tributary of the Brahmaputra, flowing through northern Bangladesh.

Jamuna River

The lower course of the Brahmaputra in Bangladesh, characterized by many sandbars.

Wang Chhu

The main river of the Thimphu Valley runs through Bhutan's capital and forms a picturesque gorge in the west of the country.

Padma River

The main distributary of the Ganges in Bangladesh, known for its shifting banks.

More places

Ramsagar National Park

This park surrounds a historic man-made lake in the northern part of the country.

Royal Botanical Park Lampelri

Bhutan's first botanical park, offering rich biodiversity with over 46 rhododendron species and many native birds.

Masang Kang

A prominent, snow-capped mountain in Jigme Dorji National Park, revered as a protector from the local valleys.

Sixty Dome Mosque

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

Tsenda Kang

An impressive ice pyramid in the mountain group around Gangkhar Puensum, surrounded by untouched wilderness.

Punakha Valley

A lower and warmer valley where rice and fruits thrive excellently due to the mild climate.

Yusipang Agricultural Research Center

A center of excellence near Thimphu focusing on forestry and agricultural research to improve crop yields.

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Punatsangchhu Project

Two massive hydroelectric megaprojects under construction on the Punatsangchhu river.