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Rajshahi

Rajshahi is the capital of Rajshahi Division in Bangladesh.

Culture and History

Rajshahi is a city in Rajshahi District in northwestern Bangladesh.The river Padma,one of the major rivers of Indian subcontinent runs along the city. Rajshahi has a population of 700,000. It is the headquarter of the rajshahi division, one of the six administrative divisions in Bangladesh. Rajshahi municipality established in 1876,one of the first in Bangladesh. Rajshahi is located near many ancient capitals of Bengal,notably 'Lakhnoiti' or 'Lokhnaboti' and 'Pundra'. Rajshahi is home to many educational institutes,and is often referred to in Bangladesh as 'education city'. It is famous for pure silk, mango and lichi. Attractive silk products are cheaper in Rajshahi and is often referred to as the 'silk city'. There are also a number ancient mosques, shrines and temples in and around Rajshahi. The city of Rajshahi was declared as the happiest city in the world by the World Happiness Survey in 2006. The city has very peaceful environment.

Travel to Rajshahi & Visa Requirements

Rajshahi is connected to the rest of the city through roads,water,rail and air.

By air

  • Shah Mokhdum Airport an airport named after the famous Preacher Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh.) is situated a short distance away from Rajshahi city. Domestic flights from and to Dhaka (Capital city of Bangladesh) is available here.

Buses to Rajshahi

  • It takes approximately 5 hours by road to reach the capital, Dhaka. A number of bus services including AC and non-AC buses are available from and to Dhaka via Natore. Bus services to other major districts are also available from the Bus Terminal of Rajshahi.Buses for Dhaka-
  • Hanif Enterprise
  • NP Elegance
  • Modern Enterprise
  • National Travels
  • Greenline

By train

  • An intercity express train named Silk City Express runs between Dhaka and Rajshahi. There are also number of intercity express trains runs between Rajshahi and other major cities of Bangladesh. Another train running between Dhaka and Rajshahi is the Padma Express.
  • Silk City Express Start from Dhaka to Rajshahi at 03:00PM and Start from Rajshahi to Dhaka at 07:15AM.
  • Padma Express Start from Dhaka to Rajshahi at 11:45PM and Start from Rajshahi to Dhaka at 04:00PM.
  • Weekly Holiday Silk City Express : Sunday and Padma Express : Tuesday

Tours & Getting around Rajshahi

Taxicabs are available. "Rickshaw(a tri-cycle human paddled vehicle)" and "auto-rickshaw" are also available.Taking a rickshaw is a good way to travel around when you have time on your hand. The travel expenses are much cheaper than the capital city of Dhaka.

Rajshahi attractions and sightseeing

  • River Side There is a beautiful seeing sight by the bank of river Padma.At rainy season,water comes up and it looks realy beautiful.
  • Chhota Sona Mosque One of the most graceful monument of the Sultanate period is the Chhota Sona Masjid or Small Golden Mosque at Gaur in Rajshahi Built by one Wali Muhammad during the reign of Sultan Alauddin Husain Shah (1493-1519). Originally it was roofed over with 15 gold-gilded domes including the 3 Chauchala domes in the middle row, from which it derives its curious name.
  • Varendra Research Museum Situated at Rajshahi, this museum has a rich collection of objects of Mohenjodaro and also of 16th to 19th century A.D. This is devoted to the study of ancient history and culture. Its rich collections contain interesting objects of past Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim heritage. It is located at the heart of Rajshahi town and maintained by Rajshahi University authority. The year of its formal establishment is 1910 A.D. Admission is free.
  • Shrine of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh.) A Majar or Dorga(Shrine)is established around the grave of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum Ruposh(Rh.) in Rajshahi city.Is is said that he was the first Islam preacher in the Rajshahi region.It is said that he came to Rajshahi through the river Padma riding two crocodiles.Even now,some crocodiles are reserved in the Dhighi(Large pond) next to the shrine of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh).
  • Central Park and Zoo A central park and zoo is one of the main attractions of Rajshahi city.A wide area with lush green trees and grasses also houses different animal species. It is located by the bank of river Padma.
  • Bangladesh Betar Bangladesh Betar(Radio Bangladesh) has a regional station in Rajshahi which transmits various programs of mass interest.Rajshahi station has broadcasting house and transmitter in different campus.Two transmitters of 100kW and 10kW transmitting capacity transmits the programs development at the broadcasting house.Bangladesh betar,Rajshahi station transmits its programs in Medium Wavelength.
  • 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 city tours

Rajshahi souvenirs & shopping

  • 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.
  • New Market
  • Style Zone
  • Look Me
  • Nanking Bazar
  • Index plaza

Rajshahi Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

  • Restaurants and Bakery: Some nice restaurants and fast food places are available in the city.
  • Nanking Chinese Restaurant
  • Chilis fast food
  • Chilis Kabab
  • McDonalds Restaurant
  • Bishal Bakery & Confectionary
  • Ruchita confectionary
  • Charping Chinese Restaurant
  • Chang Pai Chinese Restaurant
  • China Garden Chinese Restaurant
  • Safa Wang Chinese Restaurant
  • Eligance Chinese Restaurant
  • Meatloaf Fast Food
  • Fresh and wild fast food
  • Young King Chinese Restaurant
  • Just Inn Fast food
  • Goodys Fast Food
  • Sun Sea Chinese Restaurant
  • Razia Chinese restaurant
  • Aristocrat Chinese Restaurant and Fast Food
  • Hilsha Bangla Foods

Rajshahi cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels & lodging

  • Hotels: Hotels rates are cheap in the city($13.50 per night). Most accommodations are available in these hotels.
  • Hotel Mukta International
  • Haq's Inn
  • Dallas International
  • Rajshahi Parjatan Motel
  • Hotel Relax
  • Hotel Asia
  • Hotel Galaxy
  • New Way Home

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This page was last edited at 06:32, on 9 November 2008 by Ryan Holliday. Based on work by Nafiul Hasan Sufi, Colin Jensen, David and THM102 Temple University, Wikitravel user(s) Hayfield, Cacahuate and WindHorse and Anonymous user(s) of Wikitravel.

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