Shrine of Hazrat Shah Makhdum (R.) travel guide

History and background

The Sufi saint Shah Makhdum Rupos (R.), said to be a descendant of Abdul Qadir Jilani of Baghdad, preached Islam in the Rajshahi region in the 14th century. His shrine is at Dargapara on the bank of the Padma.

How to get to Shrine of Hazrat Shah Makhdum (R.)

At Dargapara, in the city.

Rajshahi is about 250 km from Dhaka; the journey takes 5–6 hours.

• 🚌 By bus: Green Line, Hanif, Desh Travels, National from Gabtoli; non-AC ৳650–800, AC ৳1,200–1,600.
• 🚆 By train: Silk City, Padma, Dhumketu, Banalata Express from Kamalapur; fare ৳350–1,100.
• ✈️ By air: Biman and US-Bangla (Shah Makhdum Airport); one way ৳3,500–5,500.

Where to stay

• Parjatan Motel Rajshahi
• Hotel X Rajshahi (luxury)
• Mid-range hotels in town (৳1,200–3,000)

What to eat

Kalai roti, mangoes (June–July), Rajshahi silk saris

Good to know

• Dress modestly

More places to visit in Rajshahi district

• Varendra Research Museum — The country's first museum, founded in 1910; superb sculptures from the Pala-Sena era.
• Padma Garden and T-Bandh — The paved bank of the Padma; sunsets and boat trips to the char.
• Puthia Temple Complex — Puthia Rajbari and the largest group of terracotta temples, including the Shiva Temple and Govinda Temple.
• Bagha Mosque — A Sultanate mosque from 1523; terracotta decoration, it was on the old 50-taka note.

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