Top Tourist Attractions of Bangladesh

All Historical Tourist Attractions of Bangladesh

Visit the tourist attractions of Bangladesh on our tour! We’ve selected the best places to visit in our Attractions of Bangladesh Tour. Experience the beauty and history of this enchanting country, where each stop offers a mix of natural wonders and rich cultural heritage.

The History of Bangladesh is unclear because there aren’t many records. The earliest mention of Bangladesh is in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. There’s also evidence of a strong Mongoloid presence. Around the 5th and 6th centuries B.C., the Aryans and the Dravidians came in. After that, the Maurya, Guptas, Palas, and Senas, who were Buddhists and Hindus, played important roles in the region’s history.

Mahasthangarh

Tourist Attractions of Bangladesh, Mahasthangarh (3rd Century BC) the oldest archeological site of the country is located north of Bogra town. The ruins of Mahanthangarh have been identified with the ancient city of Pundranagar and its account can be found in the literary and other Epigraphic records of the various dynasties. Govinda Vita temple and Vashu vihar are two famous sites, that are reminiscent of a very rich civilization and culture. The site museum will introduce you to a fairly large variety of antiquities.

Paharpur

Paharpur Buddhist Vihara (8-12 Century AD), the biggest single vihara south of the Himalayas is in the Noagaon district and is now a world heritage site. From the available record, it is clear that the cultural and religious life of Somapura Mahavihara or Paharpur Monastery had a close link with that of Nalanda Mahavihara. The famous Buddhist savant Atish Dipankara lived for several years in this monastery. The site museum will introduce you to a large variety of antiquities and now Paharpur is a world heritage site.

Phutia Temple City

Putia Temple City Putia, where you can find the magnificent Govinda Temples (1823), and the largest Shiva Temple in Bangladesh. Consists of a cluster of notable old Hindu Temples in Puthia Upazila, Rajshahi Division, Bangladesh. Located 23 km to the east of Rajshahi city it has the largest number of Historic temples in Bangladesh. These temples were built by Hindu Zamindars Rajas of the Puthia Raj family who were noted philanthropists of Rajshahi. The temples have been built in terracotta in a variety of styles combining the typical Jor Bangla Architecture with other influences. The Rajbari or Palace of the Raja of Puthia and the exquisite and unique Dol Mancha are part of the complex.[2] The temples are laid out around a lake with a sprawling lawn.

The Puthia Raj family was established by one holy man, named Bhattacharya who lived in the 16th century. Raja Man Singh, Governor of the Mughal emperor Akbar confiscated the Jagir of the refractory Pathan jagirdar of Rajshahi named Lashker Khan and bestowed the Zamindary on the saintly Bhattacharya for his learning but he declined. However, his son Pitambar was granted the Lashkarpur estate permanently. On his death, his son Nilambar received the title of Raja from Emperor Jehangir. The Puthia Royal Family Estate was the second largest Zamindary and the wealthiest in British Bengal. After India’s partition, the then-Pakistani government abolished the zamindary system and confiscated all Hindu properties. The Royal Family migrated to India shortly after.

Kantajee’s Temple

Tourist Attractions of Bangladesh, Kantajee’s Temple (18 Century AD) is situated in Birganj near Dinajpur district. This temple was built in 1752 by Maharaja Pran Nath. The entire surface of the temple is adorned with beautifully crafted terracotta plaques that depict various plants and animals, mythical stories, and a remarkable variety of modern social events and popular activities. Putia, a city known for its temples, was the birthplace of Ram Chandra Thakur and was one of the 12 Bhuiyan regions. Here, you can see the impressive terracotta Govinda temples constructed in 1823, along with the largest Shiva Temple in Bangladesh.

Gaud or GAUR

Gaud occupied great importance mainly for its historical mosques than any other area. These mosques were built during the rule of the Muslim Sultanate in the late 15th century AD. Most of them are located in the western part of Bangladesh. Chotosona Mosque, Taha Khana Mosque, Darasbari Mosque, Kusumbha Mosque, Bagha Mosque, etc., are some renowned mosques deserve that e to be mentioned.

Salban Vihara

Shalvan Vihara is a tourist center noted for its antiquity. Salvan Vihara is among the most important excavated sites in Mainamati. It lies about the middle of the Lalmai ridge in the vicinity of the present-day Bangladesh Academy for Rural Development at Kotbari near Comilla. Excavations have exposed a large Paharpur-type Buddhist monastery and other material objects datable from the 7th to 12th centuries AD. Formally arranged in four wings around a central shrine, this 167.6m square monastery contains a total of 155 cells.

During the next two phases, that is to say, Periods IV and V (9th to 10th century AD), new floors and thresholds were built on top of earlier remains. Fireplace and ornamental brick pedestals, two interesting features noticed inside the cells, were added later during these phases. They do not belong to the original plan. They, evidently, relate to individual cooking and cult worship inside the cells by a few resident monks. There was, of course, a community kitchen and a great shrine in the establishment for all monks.

60 Dome Mosque

Sixty Dome Mosque (15 century AD) in Bagerhthe at district, a wonderful architectural design of the medieval Al period was founded by the famous Muslim saint Khan Jahan Ali in 1459. This massive structure was entirely made of brick and stone. It i one of the largest and most significant among all the mosques in Bangladesh and now is a world heritage site. At the same time he co,nstructed several other mosques in Bagerhat and adjoining areas.

Chittagong

Chittagong a picturesque hinterland of large green hills and lakes is the second-largest city in the country and a busy international seaport. It has many industrial establishments too. Its green hills and forests, broad sandy beaches, and fine cool climate always attract holidaymakers. It combines the hum of a seaport with the pleasure of a charming hill town with its undulating topography. Places of tourist attractions in Chittagong city are as follows: – Shrine of Bayzid Bostami, World war-11 Cemetery, Foy’s Lake, Ethnological Museum, Court Building, Patenga Beach, Chatteshwari temple, Sitakund, etc.

Chittagong Hill Districts

The Hill Tracks comprises thrill districts. The topography of the area is typical of roof Bangladesh. The steep forested evergreen hills with the major tribal people and their tent culture are of great attraction. The different tribes like the Chakma, Marma, Tanchanghya, Bom, Murang, Gorkha, etc. are spread over Rangamati, Bandarban, and K,hagrachari districts.

Rangamati

Tourist Attractions of Bangladesh, Rangamati, the land of romance rises from the blue water of the Kaptai Lake. The Kaptai Lake with its splendid setting of lush green landscape and scenic grandeur provides an ideal retreat for visitors. A cruise in this famous manmade lake is breath and the crystal clear water welcomes you for a swim. The exotic tribal bazaar and weaving factory give you a different taste of the tribal culture. The hills of Chimbuk in Bandarban are the highest accessible peak by road.

Bandarban

Banderban is the roof of Bangladesh located at Chittagong hill tracts where living verities of ethnic people who are different rest of the flat areas. There are 12 different Tribes living in the Bandarban district. Each tribe has its distinctive rites, rituals, and dress. Each tribe also has its own language and cultural pattern. A lot to see in Bandarban it allows you to visit Tribal people’s daily lifestyle, Banderbanis the best place for a unique experience from one tribal village to another tribal village through the magical hilly landscape.