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Padma Bridge Jajira
🚣 RiverThe southern end of the bridge; riverside restaurants and afternoons at Naodoba.
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Dhaka Division · 5 places to see · 1-day trip
Best timeSeptember to November (hilsa season), October to March
Days needed1 day
District townShariatpur
From Dhaka2-3 hours by bus
At a glance: Shariatpur is a district in Dhaka Division; the best time to visit is September to November (hilsa season), 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 Shariatpur, 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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Mahisar Dighi
🏛️ HeritageA huge ancient pond and a temple in Bhedarganj.
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Rudrakar Math
🏛️ HeritageA 19th-century zamindar house in Sadar, with a beautiful terracotta math (tower temple).
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Sureshwar Darbar
🕌 Religious siteA famous darbar (Sufi shrine) on the bank of the Padma in Naria; huge crowds at the urs (annual festival).
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Dhanuka Manasa Bari
🏛️ HeritageThe ancient Manasa temple of Mayur Bhatta's house in Dhanuka village, Sadar, and several more temples; 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), via the Padma Bridge
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Where to stayBasic hotels in town and in Jajira, Tk 600-1,500 (approx.)
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What to eatPadma hilsa, bhapa ilish (steamed hilsa) and shorshe ilish (hilsa in mustard)
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TipsThere are traffic jams around the Padma Bridge on holidays, so set off in the morning
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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 Shariatpur?
The best time to visit Shariatpur is September to November (hilsa season), October to March.
How do I get from Dhaka to Shariatpur?
Ways to get from Dhaka to Shariatpur: 2-3 hours by bus (from Sayedabad), via the Padma Bridge.
What is there to see in Shariatpur?
Places to see in Shariatpur: Padma Bridge Jajira, Mahisar Dighi, Rudrakar Math, Sureshwar Darbar and Dhanuka Manasa Bari.
How many days does it take to see Shariatpur?
It takes 1 day to see Shariatpur.
Where can I stay in Shariatpur?
Accommodation in Shariatpur: basic hotels in town and in Jajira, Tk 600-1,500 (approx.).
What is the famous food of Shariatpur?
The famous food of Shariatpur: Padma hilsa, bhapa ilish (steamed hilsa) and shorshe ilish (hilsa in mustard).
Who do I call in an emergency in Shariatpur?
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 Shariatpur, straight from local sellers
Famous for: Padma hilsa, bhapa ilish (steamed hilsa) and shorshe ilish (hilsa in mustard)
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