Rajshahi

Rajshahi historically Rampur Boalia; nicknamed “Silk Metropolis”) is a metropolitan metropolis in Bangladesh and a better urban and manual move of Northward Bengal. It is the administrative eye[state 1] of Rajshahi District and Rajshahi League. Located on the northern incline of the Padma River, close the Bangladesh-India perimeter; it has a assemblage of many than 800,000. The city enclosed by the elevated terrain of the Barind Tract.

 

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By plane

Shah Makhdum Airport is the primary airport of the city. At the time of writing, United Airlines had flights to Dhaka on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, as well as flights to saidpur But the schedule changes frequently, and sometimes the airport has no services at all. The fare starts from BDT3,500/- per person.

By bus

It takes approximately 5 hours by road to reach Rajshahi from the capital, Dhaka. A number of bus services are available from Dhaka via Natore, some with air-conditioning. Bus services to other major districts are also available from the bus terminal.

Some bus services for Dhaka to Rajshahi are:

• Hanif Enterprise – Tk-A.C.-900 Non A.C.-420
• Desh Travels-Tk-A.C.-900 Non A.C.-420
• Modern EnterpriseTk-Non A.C.-420
• National Travels – Tk-A.C.-600 Non A.C.-420
• Shyamoli Paribahan-Tk-Non A.C.-420
• Aqib Enterprise-Tk-Non A.C.-420
• Keya Paribahan-Tk-Non A.C.-420

By train

There are a number of luxurious intercity services between Dhaka and Rajshahi each day. The main ones are the Padma Express, the Silksity Express and the Dhumketue Express.

• Silk City Express – Dhaka to Rajshahi at 2:40 PM and from Rajshahi to Dhaka at 07:35 AM.
• Padma Express – Dhaka to Rajshahi at 22:45 and from Rajshahi to Dhaka at 04:00 PM.
• Dhumketue Express – departs Dhaka at 6:00AM, reaching Rajshahi at 12:00 PM, and departs Rajshahi at 11:20PM, reaching Dhaka at 4:50AM

The Silk City Express does not operate Sundays, the Padma Express has no service on Tuesdays, and the Dhumketue Express does not run Mondays.

By car

The journey from Dhaka is 261km, taking approximately 6 hours, depending on traffic. One must cross the famous Jamuna Bridge to reach the city.

Get around

The usual forms of Bangladeshi transport are available in the city; taxis, rickshaws and auto-rickshaw CNGs. Negotiated and metered fares will usually be cheaper than in Dhaka. Like anywhere in the country, there are a lot of people and vehicles on the road, but the traffic is significantly quieter than in Dhaka. There is hardly any traffic jam on Rajshahi roads, and recently major improvement works have been undertaken to enhance the quality and beauty of the city.

See

• Banks of the Padma. A lovely sight of one of the largest rivers in South Asia. During the Monsoon season, the water level rises, along with its beauty.

• Varendra Research Museum, Established in 1910, the museum is dedicated to ancient history and culture. It is recognised as the oldest museum in the country. It has a rich collection of artefacts, relating to Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim heritage. Some of these date back to the 16th century. It is maintained by the University, located in the heart of town. Free.

 

• Shrine of Hazrat Shah Makhdum(Rh.). A Majar (shrine) was established to mark the resting place of Hazrat Shah Makhdum in 1635 AD. He was the first preacher of Islam in the region. Legend has it that he arrived by riding down the Padma on 2 crocodiles. To preserve this myth, some crocodiles are kept in the pond next to the shrine.

• Central Park and Zoo. The park is a wide area with lush green trees and grass. The zoo houses a variety of different animal species. It is located by the bank of river Padma.

• Puthia Palace. Situated a little far away from the city. Its an ancient palace which attracts all to visit.

• Shahid Zia Park. An amusement park for pleasure. It has mono rail, bumping cars and many other exciting things for amusement. It is under the Rajshahi City Corporation.

• Bagha Mosque. A historical mosque situated in Bagha of Rajshahi. There is a picture of this mosque in one side of 50 taka note.
• Rajshahi University (University of Rajshahi). You must see this well-planned beautiful green campus before leaving Rajshahi. It is within a few kilometers from the city centre and easily accessible.
• Ghoramara. The oldest part of Rajshahi City, consisting most of oldest (70-100 year old) buildings.
• Kashia-Danga. From this area massive mango tree garden area of Rajshahi starts. Anyone can have a glimpse of famous mangoe’s tree of Rajshahi from this area. The area is at the west part of the city, near to Rajshahi court railway station.
• Santal Para. Located inside the Mahish-Bathan Area. Some santal tribes people lives here. Anyone can have a look to their tribal life.

Do

• Rajshahi University. You must see this well-planned beautiful green campus before leaving Rajshahi. It is within a few kilometers from the city centre and easily accessible.

Buy

• Shopping Mall & Fashion Stores: These fashion clothing stores and mall are located in the center of the city. Both traditional and western style clothes are available here.

• Shaheb Bazaar
• RDA Market
• Rani Bazaar
• New Market
• Madrasha Market
• Style Zone
• Look Me
• Nanking Bazar
• Index plaza
• Cats Eye
• Iota Style Zone
• Uposhahor New Market,Uposhahor
• RDA Market, Shaheb Bazaar, Zero Point, Sahebbazar, Rajshahi. (The oldest market of the city)

Eat

Some nice restaurants and fast food places are available in the city.

• Naing Indian Restaurant, Moni Bazar, ☎ 774120. indian restaurant with typical and exclusive in dishes .
• Rajshahi Mishtanno Vandar, Shaheb Bazaar. One of the oldest famous and cheap sweets shop of Rajshahi. Also, notable its breakfast with Luchi with free vegetable curry. Which is a limited edition popular breakfast available only till 9am.
• Party Point, Shalbagan, ☎ 01711346484.
• Razia Chinese Restaurant, Shalbagan.
• Aristocrat Chinese Restaurant and Catering, Shaheb Bazar. 100 tk.
• Chili’s Chinese Restaurant, Shaheb Bazar.
• Safa Wang Chinese Restaurant, Greater Road.