Tea Garden

Srimangal in Moulvibazar district is famous for its tea gardens and can be called the tea capital of Bangladesh. There are about 92 tea gardens in Moulvibazar district. Many tourists come every day to see the eye-catching beauty of Srimangal's tea plantations with an area of ​​450 square kilometers. Tea gardens for miles seem like green carpets on the hill slopes. The best quality tea in Bangladesh is produced in Srimangal.

The 'Cha-Kanya' sculpture at the entrance to Srimangal will catch the eye. This sculpture made by Moulvibazar district administration was built with the help of Satgaon tea garden. Satgaon tea gardens have started in a wide area right in front of the 'Tea-Kanya' sculpture. The tea estates of Sylhet, which bear the memory of the British rule, live in white wooden buildings similar to those times. And so many impressions of the English period can be seen in the life journey of the tea garden.

Chapata collection usually starts in May and continues till October. During this time, the tea gardens are full of greenery. If you want to see the busyness of tea workers, you can visit the different tea gardens of Srimangal from May to October. You can visit the tea gardens at any time of the year.

You can visit any place in Moulvibazar district to visit the tea garden. But the beauty of the high and low hill tea gardens of Srimangal Upazila will refresh your mind as much as drinking tea. Heading south through the Tea Research Institute (BTRI) near Srimangal, you'll find Finall's Tea Gardens, BTRI's own garden. If you go a few kilometers along the Bhanugach road, you will see Jerin T-Estate. Besides, a little before Lauachhara, the jungle path on the right side will lead to Noorjahan T-Estate. On this way, you will see some more beautiful tea gardens. On the way to Kamalganj, which is about 12 km from Srimangal, you can visit Lauachhara National Park . Just 5 km from Kamalganj is the vast Madhavpur Lake surrounded by tea plantations.

Dhalai border can be reached by taking the road on the right side of the main road from Madhavpur lake. There are only tea gardens on both sides of this road up to the border. Birshrestha Hamidur Rahman memorial near the Border Guard Bangladesh outpost on the border. On the way back to Srimangal after completing the journey, you can drink satranga tea at Nilakantha cabin. Neelkantha has a branch next to the BGB headquarters in the city.

So it is best not only to visit the tea gardens but also to visit the surrounding attractions. Only then will your tea garden be seen. Jeep is the best vehicle for visiting gardens. Hiring a jeep for a day trip from Srimangal town to Tea Gardens will cost between Tk 3000 to Tk 4500. Besides, 3-5 people can explore everything comfortably with CNG autorickshaw. Talk about what you want to see in advance. CNG will charge Tk 1200-1800 for the whole day.

Srimangal can be easily reached by train or bus from Dhaka. Inter-city train Parabat Express departs from Kamalapur, Dhaka at 6:30 a.m. six days a week except Tuesday. Jayantika Express departs at 11:15 am except Tuesday, Kalani Express train departs at 2:55 pm except Friday, Upaban Express departs at 10 pm on six days of the week except Wednesday. You can easily come to Srimangal by any train at any time of your choice. The train ticket fare ranges from Tk 240 to Tk 828 depending on the class.

Non-AC and AC buses from Fakirapool, Syedabad and Mohakhali of Dhaka to Hanif, Shyamoli, BRTC, Ena etc. leave for Srimangal daily. These buses cost 570 to 800 taka per seat. Srimangal can also be visited from Dhaka with your own private car.

Besides, Paharika Express departs from Chittagong to Sylhet at 7:50 am six days a week except Monday. And Udayan Express departs for Sylhet at 9:45 PM except on Wednesdays. Depending on the category, the fare per person ranges from Tk 375 to Tk 1288.

There are several beautiful resorts to stay in Srimangal. There are many cottages and government and private guest houses near tea gardens. Srimangal town also has various quality hotels. You can stay anywhere according to your needs. There is a five-star resort called Grand Sultan Golf Resort very close to Lauachara . Among the resorts surrounded by tea gardens and beautiful surroundings are notable –

Tea Resort & Museum : This resort under Bangladesh Tea Board is located along Srimangal – Bhanugacha road, each bungalow type cottage can accommodate 4-8 people. 5,000 – 8,000 rupees per night. Contact: 01749-014306 , website .

Novem Eco Resort : Location : Vishamani, Radhanagar, Srimangal. There are many beautiful cottages with modern amenities. Accommodation is available in mud houses, wooden houses, family villas, tents. 8,000 – 17,500 Tk per night for 2-8 people. Contact: 01709 882000 , Website .

Nisarg Eco Cottage : This cottage is located along the Srimangal – Bhanugacha road, the cottages are built in a rural environment and can accommodate 3-5 people. Contact: 01766-557780 , website .

Nisarg Lichibari Cottage : This cottage is located along the Srimangal – Bhanugacha road, the cottages are made in rural environment and can accommodate 3-8 people. Contact: 01766-557780 , website .

Lemon Garden Resort : Economy, deluxe, luxury, suite room rent in this resort next to Lauachhara garden is Tk 3,000 – 8,000. Contact: 01763555000 , website .

Shanti Bari Resort : A little inland before going along the Srimangal – Bhanugacha road, this resort has various types of cottages. Get details by contacting this number 01716189288 , website .

The rates of the above resorts and cottages may vary according to season and occasion. There are various discounts at different times. Talk to them before deciding where to stay, and if necessary, bargain a little on the rent. In addition, if you want to stay in Srimangal at a lower cost, there are many quality hotels in the city, just search a little and you will find the hotel of your choice.

Take permission from the authorities before entering any tea garden.