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S M Sultan Gallery
🖼️ MuseumThe artist Sultan's house and gallery on the bank of the Chitra; his huge canvases and the Shishu Swarga boat.
District guides › Khulna Division › Narail
Best timeNovember to February (Sultan Mela in January)
Days needed1 day
District townNarail
From Dhaka3.5-4 hours by bus
At a glance: Narail is a district in Khulna Division; the best time to visit is November to February (Sultan Mela in January); a visit takes 1 day; from Dhaka it takes 3.5-4 hours by bus.
Last updated: October 2026
What to see in Narail, 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
📷 Tanmoy Mishra · CC BY-SA 4.02
Chitra River
🚣 RiverA calm river, afternoons on a boat; the backdrop of Sultan's paintings.
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Niribili Picnic Spot
🌳 ParkA big picnic centre in Lohagara; a lake, gardens and children's rides.
📷 Rounik Ghosh · CC BY-SA 4.04
Narail Zamindar Bari
🏛️ HeritageRuins of old zamindar buildings at a ghat on the Chitra.
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Jor Bangla Temple, Lohagara
🏛️ HeritageAn 18th-century jor bangla temple on the bank of the Nabaganga at Raygram, Lohagara; beside it, a Shiva temple from the same period.
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Hatbaria Zamindar Bari
🏛️ HeritageTraces of a zamindar house on the bank of the Chitra at Hatbaria, Sadar; a temple and a paved pond ghat survive.
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Getting there and where to stay
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From Dhaka3.5-4 hours by bus (via the Padma Bridge)
🚆 Dhaka to Narail train timetable
🚆 Dhaka to Narail train timetable
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Trains from Dhaka
- Jahanabad ExpressStops in this district: Lohagora, Narail
- Ruposhi Bangla ExpressStops in this district: Narail
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 800-1,800 (approx.)
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What to eatNarail's date palm molasses (khejur gur), pera sandesh (milk fudge)
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TipsThe Sultan museum may be closed on Fridays, so check first
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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 Narail?
The best time to visit Narail is November to February (Sultan Mela in January).
How do I get from Dhaka to Narail?
Ways to get from Dhaka to Narail: 3.5-4 hours by bus (via the Padma Bridge). Trains from Dhaka that stop in Narail district: Jahanabad Express and Ruposhi Bangla Express.
What is there to see in Narail?
Places to see in Narail: S M Sultan Gallery, Chitra River, Niribili Picnic Spot, Narail Zamindar Bari, Jor Bangla Temple, Lohagara and Hatbaria Zamindar Bari.
How many days does it take to see Narail?
It takes 1 day to see Narail.
Where can I stay in Narail?
Accommodation in Narail: basic hotels in town, Tk 800-1,800 (approx.).
What is the famous food of Narail?
The famous food of Narail: Narail's date palm molasses (khejur gur), pera sandesh (milk fudge).
Who do I call in an emergency in Narail?
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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Nearby districts
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Products of Narail, straight from local sellers
Famous for: Narail's date palm molasses (khejur gur), pera sandesh (milk fudge)
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