Durga Sagar
Barishal · Rivers and haors
This very large pond at Madhabpasha in Babuganj was dug in 1780 by the Chandradwip royal family…
November – February
Places to visit in Barishal
Barishal, once nicknamed Venice of Bengal, stands on the Kirtankhola in a land crossed by rivers and canals. Large ponds, water-lily wetlands and an old red-brick church are among its sights.
From Dhaka, buses over the Padma Bridge take about 4 hours and overnight launches 7 to 8 hours; flights also operate.
Getting there from Dhaka: bus, train, fares
Known for: Hog plum (amra), Hilsa, Balam rice, Gournadi curd
5 places to see
Guthia Mosque (Baitul Aman Jame Masjid)
Barishal · Places of worship
Known to everyone as Guthia Mosque, this is properly Baitul Aman Jame Masjid. It was built at…
All year
Satla Water-lily Wetland
Barishal · Rivers and haors
The wetlands of Satla village in Uzirpur fill with red water lilies from late monsoon until…
August – November
Oxford Mission Church
Barishal · Places of worship
This red-brick church in Barishal city stands beside Bogra Road; its proper name is the Epiphany…
All year
Lakutia Zamindar Bari
Barishal · History and heritage
North of Barishal city in Lakutia village, this estate of the Roy family is believed to be a few…
November – February
Businesses, home food and products in Barishal district
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