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Bhitargarh Fort City and Maharaja Dighi

Panchagarh · History and heritage

What you can see and do

Bhitargarh, in Amarkhana union of Panchagarh Sadar, is the largest ancient fortified city in Bangladesh, once ringed by layers of earth and brick ramparts and moats. Digs have revealed the bases of early temples and other buildings. Inside, the high banks of the huge Maharaja Dighi reservoir make a pleasant walk.

How to get there

About 15 km north-east of Panchagarh town; around 40 minutes by auto-rickshaw.

Safety notes

Do not climb on old walls or ruins or write on them; check the opening hours and closing days first.

Other travel details

  • When to go: November–February
  • How long to allow: About 2.5 hours
  • From Dhaka: 412 km · 3 trains · Bus from ৳1,079

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