Wander Bangladesh
Dhaka Division

Manikganj

Baliati Palace, Aricha Ghat and old zamindar houses

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📍 From Dhaka60 km
⏱️ Travel time2–3 h (bus)
💰 Daily costBDT 1,000–2,000 per day
🗺️ Places3

Manikganj lies close to Dhaka near the Jamuna and Padma confluence. It has handsome historic buildings like the Baliati and Tewta zamindar houses. The busy Aricha ghat and its hilsa add flavour to a visit.

🚌 How to reach from Dhaka

Buses from Gabtoli or Mohammadpur reach Manikganj in 1.5-2.5 hours for 100-200 BDT. Aricha Ghat is 2-3 hours by bus.

🍛 Famous food & products

Local curdmangoesPadma hilsasweets

📍 Places to visit in Manikganj

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⚠️ Fares, costs and hotel details are approximate and change over time. Verify before you travel. Check official advisories before visiting hill areas or islands.