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Jaflong
🌿 NatureA border tourist spot surrounded by hills, waterfalls and the clear water of the Piyain River.
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📷 Mahmudur Rahman Mithun · CC BY-SA 3.0Sylhet travel guide
Sylhet Division · 6 places to see · 3-day trip
Best timeOctober to March (June to September for Ratargul)
Days needed3 days
District townSylhet
From Dhaka6-7 hours by bus
At a glance: Sylhet district is in Sylhet Division; the best time to visit is October to March (June to September for Ratargul); a visit takes 3 days; from Dhaka it takes 6-7 hours by bus.
Last updated: October 2026
What to see in Sylhet, how to get there, where to stay and what to eat, on one page. Been there and found something wrong? Tap 👎 under that part and tell us what is right; if it is right, tap 👍.
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What to see
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Ratargul Swamp Forest
🦌 WildlifeThe country's only freshwater swamp forest; explore it by boat in the monsoon.
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Bichanakandi
🌿 NatureStones and streams of clear water in Companiganj, with the Meghalaya hills in front.
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Hazrat Shah Jalal Dargah
🕌 Religious siteThe main historic shrine and religious centre of Sylhet city.
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Lalakhal
🚣 RiverA river of clear green water; boat trips, and views beside the tea gardens in the monsoon.
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Sada Pathor
🌿 NatureA wide stretch of water over white stones in the Dhopagaon area, a popular place for photos.
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Getting there and where to stay
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From Dhaka6-7 hours by bus (from Sayedabad/Kamalapur), 6-7 hours by train, 50 minutes by air
🚆 Dhaka to Sylhet train timetable
🚆 Dhaka to Sylhet train timetable
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Trains from Dhaka
- Parabat Express · Jayentika Express · Upaban Express · Kalni ExpressStops in this district: Maijgaon, Sylhet
Timetables change; check tickets and times at eticket.railway.gov.bd · Source: Bangla Wikipedia
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Where to stayMid-range hotels in Sylhet city, Tk 1,500-4,000 (approx.)
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What to eatSylheti seven-layer tea, shatkora (a citrus fruit) and akhni (spiced meat rice)
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TipsAllow 2 days to see Jaflong, Sada Pathor and Bichanakandi together.
Partner tours
Visit Sylhet with a group
Group tours by bus from Dhaka, with meals and sightseeing in one price. Book through Ghure Dekha Bangladesh.
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In an emergency: phone numbers
Tourist Police in Sylhet
- Tourist Police, Sylhet Region (Sheikhghat)Command and control01320-158314
- Tourist Police, Sylhet ZoneInspector01320-158325
- Tourist Police, Jaflong ZoneOffice01320-158350
- Tourist Police, Bichanakandi ZoneOffice01320-158352
Police stations in Sylhet (15)
- Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP)Hotline01320-069999Control room01320-069998
- South Surma Police Station (SMP)OC01320-067688
- Moglabazar Police Station (SMP)OC01320-067714
- Jalalabad Police Station (SMP)01320-067594
- Companiganj Police StationOC01320-117995
- Gowainghat Police StationOC01320-117969
- Jaintiapur Model Police StationOC01320-118047
- Kanaighat Police StationOC01320-117943
- Zakiganj Police StationOC01320-118021
- Beanibazar Police StationOC01320-117917
- Golapganj Police StationOC01320-117891Inspector01320-117892
- Fenchuganj Police StationOC01320-117865
- Bishwanath Police StationOC01320-117838Office0822456028
- Balaganj Police StationOC01320-117812
- Osmani Nagar Police StationOC01320-117786
Fire stations in Sylhet (14)
- Sylhet fire control roomControl room01730-336644Control room02996642458
- Sylhet Fire Station01901-02361602996634998
- Sylhet South Fire Station01901-02362802996643316
- Sylhet Cantonment Fire Station01901-02361802996642648
- Companiganj Fire Station01901-023650
- Jaintiapur Fire Station01901-023644
- Kanaighat Fire Station01901-023646
- Zakiganj Fire Station01901-023636
- Beanibazar Fire Station01901-023634
- Golapganj Fire Station01901-023642
- Fenchuganj Fire Station01901-023640
- Bishwanath Fire Station01901-023648
- Balaganj Fire StationOffice0824256444
- Osmani Nagar Fire Station01901-02363802996644667
Every number is from an official website, last checked on 8 October 2026. All numbers with their sources
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Common questions
When is the best time to visit Sylhet?
The best time to visit Sylhet is October to March (June to September for Ratargul).
How do I get from Dhaka to Sylhet?
Ways to get from Dhaka to Sylhet: 6-7 hours by bus (from Sayedabad/Kamalapur), 6-7 hours by train, 50 minutes by air. Trains from Dhaka that stop in Sylhet district: Parabat Express, Jayentika Express, Upaban Express and Kalni Express.
What is there to see in Sylhet?
Places to see in Sylhet: Jaflong, Ratargul Swamp Forest, Bichanakandi, Hazrat Shah Jalal Dargah, Lalakhal and Sada Pathor.
How many days does it take to see Sylhet?
It takes 3 days to see Sylhet.
Where can I stay in Sylhet?
Accommodation in Sylhet: mid-range hotels in Sylhet city, Tk 1,500-4,000 (approx.).
What is the famous food of Sylhet?
The famous food of Sylhet: Sylheti seven-layer tea, shatkora (a citrus fruit) and akhni (spiced meat rice).
Who do I call in an emergency in Sylhet?
Call 999 for the police, the fire service or an ambulance anywhere in Bangladesh; the call is free. Tourist Police, Sylhet Region (Sheikhghat): 01320-158314. Tourist Police, Sylhet Zone: 01320-158325. Tourist Police, Jaflong Zone: 01320-158350. Tourist Police, Bichanakandi Zone: 01320-158352. The Tourist Police 24-hour helpline is 01320-222222, and the fire service hotline is 102. The numbers of 14 police stations in Sylhet are in the "In an emergency" section of this page.
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Products of Sylhet, straight from local sellers
Famous for: Sylheti seven-layer tea, shatkora (a citrus fruit) and akhni (spiced meat rice)
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