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Rajshahi
Located on the northern bank of the Padma River, Rajshahi is the divisional headquarters of Rajshahi Division and the administrative seat of both Rajshahi District and Rajshahi Metropolis. It is a metropolitan city as well as a major city and administrative, commercial and educational center of Bangladesh. Rajshahi city was established in 1634. It became a municipality in 1876 and a city in 1991. Rajshahi city has an area of 37.34 square miles and a population of around 10,85,000 as of 2022. Surrounded by natural beauty, pleasant environment and cleanliness, this city epitomizes a vibrant city. Rajshahi is one of the cleanest cities not only in Bangladesh but also in Asia.
Rajshahi is primarily called the city of education, as many quality educational institutions are located here. Rajshahi is also known for its attractive silk textiles, mangoes, litchis and various food products including sweets. Rajshahi is also known as Silk City and City of Refinement. We all know the reputation of Rajshahi as a city of beauty, fresh air and pollution free. Rajshahi is home to Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists and Christians as well as various tribes who have their own language and culture. Rajshahi is also a city of peace and neutrality.
It also has some of the best educational institutions in the country, theaters, sports arenas, museums, cultural centers, agricultural development institutes, zoos, entertainment centers and some historical landmarks. Along with education, there are various employment opportunities in Rajshahi. Rajshahi's economy is mainly driven by agriculture, trade and education, there are also textile mills, pharmaceuticals and various agro-based industries. Where there are employment opportunities for many people.
The city is economically, commercially and educationally well-connected. The streets of Rajshahi are of high quality and beautiful which we can see in the city at night with the glittering lights. Rajshahi is very easy to reach by rail and air but the road system is also quite good. Within Rajshahi you can use public transport like Bus, CNG, Rickshaw, Autorickshaw, Pathao, Uber etc. Private transport is also available. Many people travel to Rajshahi every day as all the work of the divisional head office is here. Also this ancient city has good medical facilities.
Rajshahi has a tropical wet and dry climate. Besides, Rajshahi has slightly higher temperature during summer which plays an important role in mango production. Rajshahi also has a lot of trees so the environment is very fresh. Known for its vibrant folk music, Nithya and literature. Rajshahi has several tourist attractions including - Varendra Research Museum, Bagha Mosque, Puthia Temple and Sompur Mahavihar which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overall, Rajshahi is a historically and culturally significant city in Bangladesh. It is known for its academic institutions, agricultural heritage and tourist attractions.
City Insights
Being one of the oldest cities in Bangladesh, many ancient monuments can be seen in Rajshahi. It is also playing an important role in education, trade and agriculture. It is one of the developing districts of Bangladesh.Rajshahi is located on the north bank of Padma River. Along with all the facilities the communication and utility system is very good. The people of Rajshahi are very calm and friendly. People of all religions live together here, it is a symbol of secularRajshahi's road and communication system is well developed. Rail and Air are the easiest means of travel to Rajshahi. Apart from this, Rajshahi's communication system is quite good due to the fairly good road system.Within Rajshahi, you can use public transport such as Bus, CNG, Rickshaw, Autorickshaw, Pathao, Uber etc. Private transport is also available.As agriculture is more in Rajshahi, the prices of all products are slightly lower and fresh vegetables, fruits are available. That city is economically quite prosperous.Known Landmarks
Padma T Badh
Varendra Museum
Shah Makhdum Mazar
Shahid AHM Kamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo
Shahid Zia Park
Rajshahi University
Bangabandhu Novo Theatre
Bagha Mosque
Puthia Temple
Connectivity
Bus Routes
Nearest Train Stations
New Developments
Talaimary crossing-Katakhali Bazar road into a six-lane for smooth plying of vehicles on the road.The new five flyovers will be constructed on Haragram Natunpara Railway Crossing, Rajshahi Court Station Railway Crossing, Bilsimla Railway Crossing, Shaheed AHM Kamaruzzaman Railway Crossing, Bhadra Railway Crossing and Mohanpur Railway Crossing.
What’s great here?
In Rajshahi, people have the opportunity to live a very beautiful life in a peaceful environment. Apart from all the amenities, the city is quite modern and cultured.Traveling to Rajshahi from any part of Bangladesh is quite easy in this case railway and air will play the most important role.Here are some of the oldest and best quality educational institutions in Bangladesh. Even Rajshahi is called the city of education.Apart from trade, education and agriculture sectors, it also has very good medical facilities. As the place is very ancient, the people here have been holding the tradition and culture for many years.Rajshahi city is quite green and has lots of vegetation. Rajshahi is called the city of clean air due to which the air here is quite fresh.
What needs attention?
Usually some traffic congestion can be noticed on Rajshahi road during office opening and closing hours.The standard of living of people here is quite good. But there is relatively less employment in Rajshahi.Security in Rajshahi is good but should be strengthened.The Rajshahi environment is quite better than any other city but attention should be paid to the river pollution otherwise the river will be threatened.Neighbourhood Rating
3.8
Neighbourhood Rating
3.8
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