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Uttara Ganabhaban
🏛️ HeritageThe Dighapatia Rajbari, now a government residence (Ganabhaban); a beautiful palace and gardens.
District guides › Rajshahi Division › Natore
Best timeOctober to March
Days needed1 day
District townNatore
From Dhaka5-6 hours by bus
At a glance: Natore is a district in Rajshahi Division; the best time to visit is October to March; a visit takes 1 day; from Dhaka it takes 5-6 hours by bus.
Last updated: October 2026
What to see in Natore, 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
📷 Ratul Chandra Das · CC BY-SA 4.0
📷 Nur-E-Saud · CC BY-SA 4.02
Natore Rajbari
🏛️ HeritageA historic palace linked to the memory of Rani Bhabani.
📷 রহিম সৈকত · CC BY-SA 4.03
Chalan Beel
🌊 WetlandA huge beel (wetland), popular for boat trips across its vast waters in the monsoon.
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Natore Kanchagolla
🍽️ FoodNatore's world-famous sweet; buy it straight from the shops in town.
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Halti Beel
🌊 WetlandA huge beel (wetland) in Naldanga; in the monsoon, water brims on both sides of the Patul-Khajura road and villages look like islands, and the crowds grow.
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Shahid Sagar
🏛️ HeritageThe memorial to the massacre of 5 May 1971 at North Bengal Sugar Mills, and the pond itself; a museum beside it.
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Getting there and where to stay
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From Dhaka5-6 hours by bus (from Gabtoli), 5 hours by train
🚆 Dhaka to Natore train timetable
🚆 Dhaka to Natore train timetable
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Trains from Dhaka
- Ekota Express · Drutojan Express · Panchagarh Express · Nilsagar Express · Chilahati Express · Lalmoni Express · Rangpur Express · Burimari Express · Kurigram ExpressStops in this district: Natore
- Silkcity Express · Padma Express · Dhumketu ExpressStops in this district: Abdulpur
Timetables change; check tickets and times at eticket.railway.gov.bd · Source: Bangla Wikipedia
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Where to stayBasic to mid-range hotels in town, Tk 800-2,000 (approx.)
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What to eatKanchagolla (fresh cheese sweet) and Natore's yoghurt
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TipsCheck Uttara Ganabhaban's visiting hours and closing days before you go.
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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 Natore?
The best time to visit Natore is October to March.
How do I get from Dhaka to Natore?
Ways to get from Dhaka to Natore: 5-6 hours by bus (from Gabtoli), 5 hours by train. Trains from Dhaka that stop in Natore district: Ekota Express, Drutojan Express, Panchagarh Express, Nilsagar Express, Chilahati Express, Lalmoni Express, Rangpur Express, Burimari Express, Kurigram Express, Silkcity Express, Padma Express and Dhumketu Express.
What is there to see in Natore?
Places to see in Natore: Uttara Ganabhaban, Natore Rajbari, Chalan Beel, Natore Kanchagolla, Halti Beel and Shahid Sagar.
How many days does it take to see Natore?
It takes 1 day to see Natore.
Where can I stay in Natore?
Accommodation in Natore: basic to mid-range hotels in town, Tk 800-2,000 (approx.).
What is the famous food of Natore?
The famous food of Natore: kanchagolla (fresh cheese sweet) and Natore's yoghurt.
Who do I call in an emergency in Natore?
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 Natore, straight from local sellers
Famous for: Kanchagolla (fresh cheese sweet) and Natore's yoghurt
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