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A Buddhist temple complex near Shalban Bihar. The temple, constructed with support from Thailand, features striking golden statues and several jade and other sculptures inside. Visitors need permission from the caretaker to enter the main temple building. Shoes must be removed at the entrance, and the complex is walked barefoot. There is also an orphanage on site. A beautiful location for photography; be respectful of the religious environment.
archaeological site pertaining to Buddhist vihars, that is to say, a Buddhist monastery, dating to the 7th century built under the auspices of King Bhava Deva and used by monks for prayer and religious study until the 12th century. Three sites of particular significance unearthed here are Salban Vihara, Kotila Mura and Charpatra Mura, Kotila Mura for example being where three stupas corresponding to the three deities of Buddha, Sangha, and Dharma were located. There is also a museum called the Mainamati Museum on site with more exhibits.
Sateroratna Mandir (Seventeen Jewel Temple)
This temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Jagannath and was built by the king of Tripura Ratna Manikya II during the 18th century. It houses the deities Balabhadra and Subhadra and has or had 17 towers corresponding to the jewels namesake.
A relaxing place to be in the close of the city if the stagnant water smell doesn't get you. Big city park on the north end.
A kind of Bangladeshi Disneyland with Jurassic Park (Dino Park) and water park all rolled into one.