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Shakuni Lake

Madaripur's town-centre family lake for boating and evening strolls · Madaripur

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🗓️ Best timeOctober-March, afternoons
⏱️ Time needed1-2 hours
💰 CostFree entry; boat rides 50-150 BDT
👨‍👩‍👧 Family / budget✅   💸 ✅

📖 About this place

Shakuni Lake is a large water body in the heart of Madaripur town. It has walkways, seating and paddle boats. Families and young people gather in the afternoon and evening. Small tea and snack stalls line the lake.

🚌 How to go

From Madaripur bus stand a rickshaw takes 10 minutes for 30-60 BDT. Dhaka to Madaripur by bus takes 2-3 hours.

🏨 Where to stay

Simple hotels in town cost 1,000-2,500 BDT.

🍽️ Food

Local chhana sweets, hilsa and winter pitha are available.

📍 Nearby attractions

Shibchar Padma bank, Madaripur town

🛡️ Safety tips

A safe urban area, but the lake edge can be slippery.

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