Rajshahi

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Rajshahi is the capital of Rajshahi Division in Bangladesh.

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Rajshahi is a city in Rajshahi District in northwestern Bangladesh.The river Padma,one of the major rivers of Indian subcontinent runs along the city. Rajshahi has a population of 700,000. It is the headquarter of the rajshahi division, one of the six administrative divisions in Bangladesh. Rajshahi municipality established in 1876,one of the first in Bangladesh. Rajshahi is located near many ancient capitals of Bengal,notably 'Lakhnoiti' or 'Lokhnaboti' and 'Pundra'. Rajshahi is home to many educational institutes,and is often referred to in Bangladesh as 'education city'. It is famous for pure silk, mango and lichi. Attractive silk products are cheaper in Rajshahi and is often referred to as the 'silk city'. There are also a number ancient mosques, shrines and temples in and around Rajshahi.

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Rajshahi is connected to the rest of the city through roads,water,rail and air.

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• Shah Mokhdum Airport an airport named after the famous Preacher Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh.) is situated a short distance away from Rajshahi city. Domestic flights from and to Dhaka (Capital city of Bangladesh) is available here.

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• It takes approximately 5 hours by road to reach the capital, Dhaka. A number of bus services including AC and non-AC buses are available from and to Dhaka. Bus services to other major districts are also available from the Bus Terminal of Rajshahi.

[edit] By train

• An intercity express train named Silk City Express runs between Dhaka and Rajshahi. There are also number of intercity express trains runs between Rajshahi and other major cities of Bangladesh.

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Taxicabs are available. "Rickshaw(a tri-cycle human paddled vehicle)" and "auto-rickshaw" are also available.Taking a rickshaw is a good way to travel around when you have time on your hand. The travel expenses are much cheaper than the capital city of Dhaka.

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• Chhota Sona Mosque One of the most graceful monument of the Sultanate period is the Chhota Sona Masjid or Small Golden Mosque at Gaur in Rajshahi Built by one Wali Muhammad during the reign of Sultan Alauddin Husain Shah (1493-1519). Originally it was roofed over with 15 gold-gilded domes including the 3 Chauchala domes in the middle row, from which it derives its curious name.

• Varendra Research Museum Situated at Rajshahi, this museum has a rich collection of objects of Mohenjodaro and also of 16th to 19th century A.D. This is devoted to the study of ancient history and culture. Its rich collections contain interesting objects of past Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim heritage. It is located at the heart of Rajshahi town and maintained by Rajshahi University authority. The year of its formal establishment is 1910 A.D. Admission is free.

• Shrine of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh.) A Majar or Dorga(Shrine)is established around the grave of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum Ruposh(Rh.) in Rajshahi city.Is is said that he was the first Islam preacher in the Rajshahi region.It is said that he came to Rajshahi through the river Padma riding two crocodiles.Even now,some crocodiles are reserved in the Dhighi(Large pond) next to the shrine of Hazrat Shah Mokhdum(Rh).

• Central Park and Zoo A central park and zoo is one of the main attractions of Rajshahi city.A wide area with lush green trees and grasses also houses different animal species. It is located by the bank of river Padma.

• Bangladesh Betar Bangladesh Betar(Radio Bangladesh) has a regional station in Rajshahi which transmits various programs of mass interest.Rajshahi station has broadcasting house and transmitter in different campus.Two transmitters of 100kW and 10kW transmitting capacity transmits the programs development at the broadcasting house.Bangladesh betar,Rajshahi station transmits its programs in Medium Wavelength.

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• Shopping Mall & Fashion Stores: These fashion clothing stores and mall are located in the center of the city. Both traditional and western style clothes are available here.

• New Market
• Style Zone
• Look Me
• Nanking Bazar

[edit] Eat

• Restaurants and Bakery: Some nice restaurants and fast food places are available in the city.

• Nanking Chinese Restaurant
• Chilis fast food
• Chilis Kabab
• McDonalds Restaurant
• Bishal Bakery & Confectionary

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[edit] Sleep

• Hotels: Hotels rates are cheap in the city($13.50 per night). Most accommodations are available in these hotels.

• Hotel Mukta International
• Haq's Inn
• Dallas International

[edit] Get out

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