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City and District headquarters of Kushtia District
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Kushtia is a city of about 850,000 people in the southern region of Bangladesh.
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The Institute set up by Lalon Shah Fakir, a prominent Bengali philosopher and songwriter who emphasized tolerance and social harmony and inspired many, including Allen Ginsburg. The anniversary of his death draws thousands of disciples every year.
শিলাইদহ রবীন্দ্র কুঠিবাড়ি
Country home where the well-known author Rabindranath Tagore (author of Gitanjali) lived and worked during part of his life, like the other one in Sirajganj District. This place is very popular.
পৌর জাদুঘর
A museum showcasing the history and culture and famous people of Kushtia.
মীর মশাররফ হোসেনের অডিটোরিয়াম ও লাইব্রেরী
A museum that depicts the life of Mir Mosharraf Hossain, the famous Bengali writer best known for his novel Bishad Sindhu.
Sort of a public beach resort along the river where you can hire a boat for a ride or just relax.
চিলি'স ফুড পার্ক
Biryani and beef pizza, mmm.
হোটেল নূর ইন্টারন্যাশনাল
Laundry, WiFi and a/c. It's in a crumbly-looking building, not inviting-looking at all, but it's about the best Kusthia has to offer. Has a red Hero awning in front and Desha Tower behind.
দিশা টাওয়ার
This is like the crystal tower rising out of the rubble. Full dining and amenities.
মিউনিসিপালিটি বাজার
Boisterous market with fish, vegetables, supplies.
There is no commercial air service to Kushtia, as the closest commercial airports are in Rajshahi or Dhaka.5-hour journey, with ticket price around Tk 600, depending on the bus type.
Read in the guideJust hail a CNG or auto rickshaw to get you wherever you need to go, or drive. Walking around in the sticky heat might get old fast.
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