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Barisal Travel Guide and information | Top Attraction in Bangladesh

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Barisal Travel Guide and information for the local and foreign tourist are given here. It is a district and divisional headquarter. The city is known as the “Venice of Bengal.”

Barisal Tourist Spots are Oxford Church, Aswini Kumar town hall, Gutiamashjid, and much more.

About Barisal

Barisal ( বরিশাল ) is the capital of Barisal division. The ancient name of was Chandradvipa It is a fast-growing city on the Kirtankhola River. Bakerganj was renamed as Barisal district. It is one of the am old ports in Bangladesh. Rivers, canals – Bill, forests are the main natural beauty of this land. It is 373 km by road from the capital city Dhaka. It was declared as a municipality city in 1876. Pyarilala Ray was the first chairman of the Barisal municipality and was turned into a City Corporation in 2000.

This city is known as the “Venice of Bengal” Barishal division has five districts, and they are Barguna, Barisal, Bhola, Jhalokati, Patuakhali, Pirojpur. Other districts around it are Bhola and Lakshmipur districts on the east, Zhalokati, Pirojpur, and Gopalganj districts on the west. Madaripur, Shariatpur, Chandpur, and Lakshmipur districts on the north, Patuakhali, Barguna, and Jhalokati districts on the south. It is 142 KM from Dhaka. 

Districts Under Barisal Division
  • Barguna
  • Barisal
  • Bhola
  • Jhalokati
  • Patuakhali
  • Pirojpur
District Travel and Tourism Information for Travelers
Area2,784.52 Square Kilometers
Geo Position / Location22.80°N 90.37°E
DivisionBarishal
CountryBangladesh
Nearest AirportBarisal
Postal Code8200
NWD Code0431
ISD Code0088
CurrencyTaka (BDT)
BD Govt. Official Websitewww.dcbarisal.gov.bd

Barisal Travel Guide

Barisal District has 10 Upazilas. They are Barisal Sadar, Agailjhara, Babuganj, Bakerganj, Banaripara,  Gaurnadi, Hizla, Mehendiganj, Muladi, and Wazirpur Upazila. We have divided the famous tourist under Upazila order. A traveler can all famous places listed as Barisal Travel Guide.

  • Barisal Sadar
  • Aswini Kumar town hall
  • BM college university
  • Bangladesh Bank
  • Baptist Church
  • Badho  – Vumi on River Bank, Medical College
  • Bells Park
  • Oxford Church – The best among Barisal Tourist Spots
  • Catholic Church
  • Kali Bari of Mukunda Das –  Near Notullabad Bus Stand
  • Hindu Shaosan Ghat
  • Rammohan Samadhi Mandir,
  • Girja Mahalla
  • Dopdopia bridge on the river Kittonkhola
  • Kittonkhola River
  • Shankar Math
  • Muktijoddha Park
  • Brass image of Manasa weighing three maunds (Char Bania Bari)
  • Shohel Chattar, Bibir Pukur Par
  • Bakerganj Upazila
  • KalashKathi Jamider Bari
  • Padri Shibpur Churches
  • Banaripara Upazila
  • Chakar college
  • Wazirpur
  • Gutiamashjid/ Masque
  • Babuganj Upazila
  • Durgasagor Dighi – at Madhbpasha
  • Charkella
  • Others
  • Ebadullah Mosque
  • Joint Mosque at Bhatikhana
  • Kasai Mosque
  • One domed Mosque (Kasba)
  • Sujabad Kella
  • Sangram Kella
  • Sharkal Fort
  • Sandha Nadi/River

Transportation and Communication

Launch transportation is the most comfortable and relatively safe for travel. There are many launches from Dhaka to Barisal. Launch mainly starts from Dhaka Sadar Ghat, central Launch terminal of Dhaka city, and launch fare is reasonable. There are bus services from Dhaka. These services are available from Gabtoli and Sadabad bus terminals. Airport services are in Barishal. the airport is near Babugang.

Name of Bus terminals

  • Rupatoli Bus Stand
  • Natullabad Bus Terminal
  • Hatemali College Chowmatha

Flights in Barisal

The airport location of Barisal is Babuganj Upazila. It is 25 kilometers far from the central city. Biman Bangladesh offers cheap air tickets from Dhaka to the Barisal route.

Some Points in Barisal Sadar
  • Hospital Road
  • Bibir Pukur
  • Bogura Road
  • Chak Bazaar
  • Hatemali College Chowmatha

Accommodation

Many hotels, rest houses, and restaurants are in this city. Some of them are:

  • Hotels Purnima – Katapatti Road
  • Hotel Ali International – Sadar Road
  • Hotels Jeelani – South Sport
  • Hotel Paradise
  • Hotel Imperial – Ghetto churches
  • Amiri – Sadar Road
  • Hotel Oriental Magpie Robin -Fatima Pasnaja, Beauty Road
  • Golden in – Enayetur Rahman Road
  • Hotel Eastern -Sagaradi
  • Hotel Guest -Port Road

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Passport Application Form for Bangladeshi Citizen

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Passport Application Form can download form official website of Bangladesh immigration department. It can easily apply from online.

Passport Application Form

We advise our visitor flow BD government website. Read all their requirements then proceed. In every district, there is a regional office. Dhaka has its central office.

Here the website link for Bangladesh MRP Passport and renewal form for Bangladeshi national are available in the blank format, and one can easily download the blank form and print it. Bangladesh government provides three types of passport for Bangladesh citizens. Need to deposit fees in Shonali Bank.

First thing needs to do to apply for the passport on online. BD government has an official website for this purpose. There are three categories of passport.

Apply online Application for Bangladesh MRP Passport.
http://www.passport.gov.bd/
Download Form
Free download Passport Application Form for Bangladeshi BD Citizen

Things to do before submit

1. Deposit Money in Bank.
2. Fill up the online form.
3. Take a print of Passport Application Form
4. Add picture on the passport form
5. Attach the photo and other documents
6. Then go to the selected passport office
7. and Submit

How to apply for online MRP Passport in YouTube

It is better to visit Bangladesh government authorize website for the updated information.

Documents Requirements

  • Fill up 2 Copies of Forms. (Application Form)
  • Passport fee payment information
  • National ID card photocopy (Attested)
  • Birth Certificate
  • Government Order or GO
  • Old Passport copy (Attested)
  • Technical Certificate (if require)
  • Local Govt. Certificate
  • Previous passport reference
  • Passport delivery depends on Police verification report.

Some Tips For Applying Passport

  • Apply online
  • Read the Passport Application Form correctly.
  • Make an extra photocopy of all documents
  • Add Voter ID number, who attach Form
  • Do not give tips to anyone
  • Do not take the photo with white dress
  • Keep smiling face, people are not friendly there.
  • Police take TK500 to TK1000 for police clearance
  • Passport office start from 9 am
  • After submitting the application, keep the receipt with care
  • When passport is prepared, You will get an SMS

Category of Passport

Ordinary or Green Passport

This is the most common type of passport for Bangladeshi citizen. General citizen possesses kind for the passport for travel and business.The maximum validity is years, which can be 10 years.

Official or Blue Passport 

It is a Government Officials passport.  It provides the holder visa-free access to individual countries such as Russia, China, Cambodia India, Singapore, Malaysia, Kuwait, Cambodia, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Chile, Turkey, Laos, Belarus, and India.

Diplomatic or Red Passport 

Diplomatic community people of Bangladesh hold this type of Passport. Also, the Members of Parliament receive this kind of privileged passport. This passport provides visa-free access to a lot of countries than the “official” passport.

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Jamuna Bridge well-known as যমুনা সেতু established in 1998

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Jamuna Bridge well-known as যমুনা সেতু. The Bridge connects Tangail to Sirajgang district of Bangladesh. It was established in the year 1998.

About Jamuna Bridge

It is the world’s 11th longest bridge and 6th in South Asia. It is the biggest bridge in Bangladesh. Its length is about 5.63 kilometers. The width of the bridge is about 18.5 meters. The longest span is about 100 meters. The name of the bridge was changed to Bangabandhu Bridge. Bangabandhu is the father of the nation. It connects Bhuapur and the east bank of the Jamuna River, Sirajganj. It is a multipurpose bridge. The bridge contains both railroad and road for the buses, tracks, and cars. The bridge is very crucial in the context of Bangladesh. It has improved the lifestyle and business activities of the people in the region. World Bank and Asian Development Bank contributed to the construction of the bridge.

How to Go

The bridge is 133 kilometers away from Shahjalal International Airport. It may take you 3 hours and 56 minutes to reach the site. From Gabtoli bus stand, the distance is142 kilometers. It will take 4 hours to reach the site. From Saidabad bus station, the distance is 149 km. You may need 4 hours and 30 minutes to reach the place.

Hotels and Accommodation

There are many good hotels in Sirajganj. You may consider Buro Hotel Tangail and Hotel Sagar. There are also many resorts. You will get both local and exotic foods in these restaurants. You may also find Hotel Anik or Nirvana Eco Resort in Bhuapur.

Nearby Tourist Spot

There are many nearby tourist spots. You may visit Babaratna Mandi, Mazar of Sharif Zindani, Shiva Temple at Ullapara, and Rabindra Kuthibari.

In conclusion, the Jamuna Bridge is one of the mega structures in Bangladesh. So, I hope that the above information will help you to visit the site.

Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel is a 5-star hotel in Dhaka

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Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel is one of the biggest 5-star hotels in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is near Kawran Bazar. The establishment year of the hotel is 1981.

About the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel

It is a very beautiful hotel with all kinds of modern facilities. The highly modern rooms contain flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and Laundry facility. Moreover, you will get 24-hour room service. There is a business center. You will be able to arrange business meetings and seminars. The health club is also amazing. It contains all the modern equipment. It has a swimming pool. Hence, you will be able to bask in the warmth of the sun. Also, you will enjoy the beauty and barber salon. However, the hotel does not compromise in the case of safety. So, you will find security cameras both visible and invisible everywhere of the hotel.

How to Go

The site is 13.7 km away from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. As a result, you will not more than half an hour to reach the hotel. You will have to get down to Sahabag Circle. Also, if you can manage cars, you will be able to enter the hotel directly. Furthermore, it is only 2 km away from National Museum and 3 km from Jatiyo Sangsad Bhaban.

Address

The address is 107 Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Dhaka-1215. The contact number is +880 2-9128008.
Moreover, you may pay a visit to the official website of the hotel: https://www.panpacific.com.

Accommodation and Food

The accommodation facility in the hotel is amazing. They are also affordable. Also, you will get all kinds of local and exotic foods.

Other Hotels
  • Hotel Purbani
  • Hotel Rupasi
  • Westin

In conclusion, it is an amazing hotel. We hope that you will enjoy your stay at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel

Bangladesh National Museum Dhaka Shahbagh Visiting Times

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National Museum Dhaka is one of the largest museums in South Asia. It locates at Shahabag. One of the center point of Dhaka Bangladesh. Its establishment is 1913.

National Museum Dhaka
National Museum Dhaka

National Museum Dhaka

The national museum preserves the archaeology, classical, decorative, and contemporary arts. It contains the unique collection of arts from prehistory to present time. The museum includes stone, wooden, and metal sculptures. You will also find in stone inscriptions, copper plates, terracotta, and other archaeological beauties. The largest collection of ancient arms and armor will fascinate you. You will find the reputed works of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin and other artists. You will be able to know about the language movement and the liberation war of Bangladesh. The museum is playing an important role in the preservation of our culture.

Contact Address

Shahabag, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Phone (PABX): +88-02-58614842, +88-02-58614880, 58615012-3
Fax: +88-02-9667381
E-mail: dgmuseum@yahoo.com
Official Website: www.bangladeshmuseum.gov.bd

Location on Google Map

Single Entry Fee

Bangladeshi Citizens: 20 Taka
Citizens of SAARC Countries: 20 Taka
Other Foreign Citizens: 100 Taka

Visiting Hours

The site remains opened throughout the week. The opening hour is 10.30 pm. The closing time is 5.30 pm. You will get tickets on the spot.

April to September(summer)
Sat-Wed: 10.30 AM -17.30 PM
Friday : 15.00 PM – 20.00 PM
October to March(winter)
Sat-Wed: 09.30 AM -16.30 PM
Friday : 14.30 PM – 19.30 PM
Ramadan
Sat-Wed: 09.30 AM -15.00 PM

How to Go

The national museum is located at Shahabag. It is near to Dhaka University campus. The distance of the site from the national airport is 15.1 kilometers. You may need 35 minutes to reach the place. The distance from Gabtoli bus terminal is 8.2 kilometers. You may need 15 minutes without any traffic. The site is close from Saidabad bus station. The distance is only 5.6 kilometers. You can reach the site through the bus, CNG or private car.

Accommodation and Food

The site is close to Rupushi Bangla Hotel. It is a five-star hotel. You may also consider Sonargaon Pan Pacific Hotel. You will get both local and foreign foods in the hotels. Tourist may also try out delicious foods nearby.

Nearby Tourist Spots

There are many sites nearby. You may visit the Dhaka University campus. You may also pay a visit to Curzon Hall, High Court Mazar, Lalbagh fort.
So, we hope that the above information will guide you when you pay a visit to the national museum next time.

Bangladesh Best Hotels with Discount Rates

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Bangladesh Best Hotels are available in every district’s city. There is much resort in Sylhet and Cox’s Bazar in low-cost rate. They have their website for reservation.

Hotel booking at reasonably priced is an essential part of a tourist at the time long distances travel. Hotel reservation is the very cheap rate in Bangladesh. Most of the five-star hotels are in Dhaka, Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar and Sylhet.

Bangladesh has nine divisions. Under these nine divisions, there are 64 Zilas. In every Zila, there have hotels, guest house, resorts. Some of them have the website; they provide booking facilities there. Tourist can directly book on the site.In every district, there has circuit house also. Mainly government officers and their relatives are getting facility there. NOGS are also providing some residential support for their guests. Winter is the peak season for hotel and motel business.

Types and Fare

There are many types of hotels in Bangladesh from 5 stars to budget hotels. Radisson, Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Sheraton are the five stars categories. They are providing swimming pool, a sauna, and an outdoor pool. Rate starts from Tk.17000/ to Tk.4000/ It may change time to time. Budget hotel booking may cost from Tk.3000/- to Tk.500/-.

How to Book Bangladesh Best Hotels

It is the vital part of a traveler at the time of his tour to book a hotel. It is an annoying job to find out a decent hotel at the cheap rate. Hotel reservation takes a significant portion of the journey fund.

Before book a hotel search google map. This will guide you and give you name and location of the hotel. Search with that hotel name in online, then mail or call them and to confirm the rate and facilities of the hotel. For online booking, you may need the credit card or PayPal account.

Bangladesh Best Hotels with Cheap Cost

Here is some hotels names list for accommodation in Bangladesh of different districts. Most of them are top rated hotels.

Hotels in Dhaka

  • Radisson
  • Pan Pacific Sonargaon
  • Ruposhi Bangla Hotel
  • Lake Shore Hotel
  • Hotel De Crystal
  • Hotel Purbani
  • Hotels in Dhaka

Chittagong

  • Hotel Agrabad, Standard- 5 star
  • The Peninsula
  • Meridian Hotel and Restaurant, 3 Star
  • Hotel Lord’s Inn (Pvt.) Ltd, 3 star
  • Well Park Residence
  • Asian SR Hotel
  • Orchid Business Hotel
  • Hotel Saint Martin Ltd
  • Royal Park Residential Hotel

Cox’s Bazaar

World longest sea beach is in Cox’s Bazaar. There are many luxury and low rate hotels and resort in here.

  • Hotel Seagull
  • Hotel Sea Crown
  • Hotel Sea-Palace Limited
  • LONG BEACH HOTEL LTD.
  • Hotel Sea Queen (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • Hotels in Cox’s Bazaar

Comilla

  • Hotel Noorjahan -Paduar Bazaar
  • Hotel Q Palace-Race Course
  • Amania Rest House-Kandirpar
  • Hotel Nidrabag-Rajgonj
  • Masum Rest House-Shachangacha

Moulvibazar

  • Hotel Sonargaon
  • Sheraton Plaza
  • Parjaton Rest House
  • Hotels Helal

Munshiganj

  • Padma Resort
  • Resort  Mawa
  • Resort, Lohajong

Rangpur

  • Parjatan Motel ( Parjatan Corporation )
  • Hotel R.D.R.S
  • Hotel Sha Amanat
  • Hotel Tilotoma
  • Bijoy Residential Hotel
  • Hotel Chondima
  • Hotel Friends

Bogra

  • Hotel Siesta
  • Parjatan Motel
  • Hotel Naz Garden

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