Hatikumrul Nabaratna Temple travel guide

History and background

A three-storey temple built by Ramnath Bhaduri in the first half of the 18th century, with nine spires (ratna) on top — hence the name Nabaratna. It is known as the largest nabaratna temple in the country; its walls have terracotta decoration.

How to get to Hatikumrul Nabaratna Temple

At Ullapara, near Hatikumrul crossing.

Sirajganj is about 140 km from Dhaka; the journey takes 3–3.5 hours.

• 🚌 By bus: North Bengal-bound buses from Mohakhali/Gabtoli to Sirajganj Road or town, fare ৳350–500.
• 🚆 By train: North Bengal-bound trains to Jamtail or Sirajganj.

Where to stay

• Jamuna Resort (east end of the bridge, Tangail)
• Basic hotels in Sirajganj town

What to eat

Sirajganj yoghurt and ghee, Jamuna fish

Good to know

• Close to Hatikumrul crossing — you can stop on the way to North Bengal

More places to visit in Sirajganj district

• Jamuna Bridge and Eco Park — A bridge about 5 km long and a green eco park at its west end.
• Rabindra Kachharibari, Shahzadpur — Rabindranath's estate office, now a museum.

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