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Shakuni Lake
🌳 ParkA huge lake in the middle of town, with walking paths and afternoon hangouts.
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📷 Kazi Rashed Abdallah · CC BY-SA 4.0Madaripur travel guide
Dhaka Division · 5 places to see · 1-day trip
Best timeOctober to March
Days needed1 day
District townMadaripur
From Dhaka2-3 hours by bus
At a glance: Madaripur is a district in Dhaka Division; the best time to visit is October to March; a visit takes 1 day; from Dhaka it takes 2-3 hours by bus.
Last updated: October 2026
What to see in Madaripur, how to get there, where to stay and what to eat, on one page. Been there and found something wrong? Tap 👎 under that part and tell us what is right; if it is right, tap 👍.
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What to see
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Auliapur Neelkuthi
🏛️ HeritageThe house of British indigo planters, with memories of the Great Bengal Famine of 1770 and the peasant revolt.
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Shah Madar Dargah
🕌 Religious siteThe shrine of the saint Madaripur is named after, in the town centre.
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Padma Bridge Shibchar
🚣 RiverThe vastness of the Padma from the Jajira-Shibchar end of the bridge.
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Rajaram Temple, Khalia
🏛️ HeritageA two-storey temple built by zamindar Rajaram Roy Chowdhury at Khalia, Rajoir; designs from the Ramayana and Mahabharata cover its walls; a protected antiquity.
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Getting there and where to stay
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From Dhaka2-3 hours by bus (from Sayedabad/Gabtoli), quick via the Padma Bridge
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Trains from Dhaka
- Madhumati ExpressStops in this district: Shibchar
Timetables change; check tickets and times at eticket.railway.gov.bd · Source: Bangla Wikipedia
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Where to stayBasic hotels in town, Tk 600-1,500 (approx.)
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What to eatMadaripur's hilsa, cow's milk sweets and yoghurt
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TipsYou can see it in a day; best in the hilsa season (September-October)
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In an emergency: phone numbers
Every number is from an official website, last checked on 8 October 2026. All emergency numbers with sources
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Common questions
When is the best time to visit Madaripur?
The best time to visit Madaripur is October to March.
How do I get from Dhaka to Madaripur?
Ways to get from Dhaka to Madaripur: 2-3 hours by bus (from Sayedabad/Gabtoli), quick via the Padma Bridge. Trains from Dhaka that stop in Madaripur district: Madhumati Express.
What is there to see in Madaripur?
Places to see in Madaripur: Shakuni Lake, Auliapur Neelkuthi, Shah Madar Dargah, Padma Bridge Shibchar and Rajaram Temple, Khalia.
How many days does it take to see Madaripur?
It takes 1 day to see Madaripur.
Where can I stay in Madaripur?
Accommodation in Madaripur: basic hotels in town, Tk 600-1,500 (approx.).
What is the famous food of Madaripur?
The famous food of Madaripur: Madaripur's hilsa, cow's milk sweets and yoghurt.
Who do I call in an emergency in Madaripur?
Call 999 for the police, the fire service or an ambulance anywhere in Bangladesh; the call is free. The Tourist Police 24-hour helpline is 01320-222222, and the fire service hotline is 102.
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Products of Madaripur, straight from local sellers
Famous for: Madaripur's hilsa, cow's milk sweets and yoghurt
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