Bhimruli Floating Guava Market
Jhalokathi · Village life and culture
During the monsoon hundreds of small boats loaded with guava gather on the Bhimruli canal in…
July – September
Places to visit in Jhalokathi
Jhalokathi, on the rivers Sugandha and Bishkhali, is known for its floating guava market, shital pati mats and old landlord estates. Travelling its canals by boat is the main pleasure.
From Dhaka, buses over the Padma Bridge and through Barishal reach Jhalokathi in 4 to 5 hours.
Getting there from Dhaka: bus, train, fares
Known for: Shital pati mats, Jhalokathi gamchha, Guava, Hog plum (amra)
3 places to see
Kirtipasha Zamindar Bari
Jhalokathi · History and heritage
In Kirtipasha village near Jhalokathi town, much of this once-powerful landlord family's house is…
November – February
Gabkhan Channel and Bridge
Jhalokathi · Rivers and haors
The Gabkhan channel is a man-made waterway dug in the British period to join the Sugandha and…
October – March
Businesses, home food and products in Jhalokathi district
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