Oxford Mission Church travel guide

History and background

The 'Epiphany Church' was built in 1903 under Father Strong of the Oxford Mission. It is known for its huge red-brick building, 35 acres of green grounds and one of the largest bells in Asia.

How to get to Oxford Mission Church

On Bogura Road in Barishal city.

Barishal is about 160 km from Dhaka; the journey takes 3.5–4 hours (bus) / overnight (launch).

• 🚢 By launch: Launches such as Sundarban, Parabat, Kirtankhola and Adventure from Sadarghat; deck ৳300–400, cabin ৳1,200–3,500, leaving around 9 pm.
• 🚌 By bus: Via the Padma Bridge with Sakura, Hanif, Green Line; non-AC ৳550–700, AC ৳1,000–1,400.
• ✈️ By air: Biman and US-Bangla; one way ৳3,500–5,500.

Where to stay

• Hotel Grand Park
• Mid-range hotels in town (৳1,200–3,000)

What to eat

Barishal's amra (hog plum), hilsa, Guthia sandesh

Good to know

• Keep quiet during prayers

More places to visit in Barishal district

• Guthia Mosque (Baitul Aman) — One of the country's most beautiful mosque complexes, with a huge pond, gardens and lighting.
• Durgasagar Dighi — A pond of about 45 acres with an island in the middle; migratory birds in winter.
• Satla Shapla Beel — Red water lilies cover the wetland in the monsoon and autumn; loveliest by boat at dawn.

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