Ratargul Swamp Forest
Sylhet · Forest
July – October
Shrine of Hazrat Shah Jalal
What you can see and do
The tomb of Hazrat Shah Jalal, the Sufi saint who came to Sylhet in the early 14th century, stands on a hillock in the city's Dargah Mahalla. Visitors come from across the country daily; the compound has an old mosque, flocks of pigeons and a pond of gozar fish. Dress modestly and follow the shrine's rules.
How to get there
A rickshaw or CNG from Zindabazar or Ambarkhana in Sylhet city reaches Dargah Gate in 5 to 10 minutes.
Safety notes
Dress modestly at a place of worship, keep quiet during prayers and ask before taking photographs.
Other travel details
- When to go: Good all year
- How long to allow: About 1.5 hours
- From Dhaka: 227 km · 4 trains · Bus from ৳624
Put together from the site’s own information. Check the weather and local conditions before you go.
Getting there from Dhaka: bus, train, fares
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