NatureHidden gem
Sugandha River
4.0Jhalakathi · Barishal
A canal-fed river central to the guava markets.
About
A historic zamindar house in Jhalakathi.
A lesser-known stop that rewards travellers who take the detour. Jhalakathi is in Barishal Division. Best time to visit: Nov–Feb.
PhotographySolo
Things to do
- Hire a local guide for the backstory
- Visit the on-site museum or information board
- Combine with a nearby heritage site
Photos
Photo: Lonely Explorer, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Food nearby
Jhalakathi Guava
ঝালকাঠির পেয়ারা
Sweet guavas from the floating markets.
Jhalakathi Amra
ঝালকাঠির আমড়া
Hog plum from the canal orchards.
Jhalakathi Ilish
ঝালকাঠির ইলিশ
Hilsa from the Sugandha river.