Shahjalal Uposhahar, Sylhet

#12 among attractions in Sylhet

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Shahjalal Upashahar is a neighborhood in Sylhet, Bangladesh. It is part of Ward 22 of Sylhet City Corporation. ()

Coordinates: 24°53'19"N, 91°53'15"E

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Shahjalal Uposhahar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Osmani Museum, Ali Amjad's Clock, Sylhet Shahi Eidgah, Keane Bridge.

0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum
Osmani Museum, Sylhet
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sylhet, Bangladesh, the Osmani Museum stands as a beacon of historical preservation and cultural pride. This modest yet significant museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of General M. A. G. Osmani, the Commander-in-Chief of the Bangladesh...
1.2 miW
Tower
Ali Amjad's Clock, Sylhet
32 min walk • Ali Amjad's Clock stands as a historic emblem in the bustling city of Sylhet, Bangladesh. Erected in 1874, this clock tower is not just a timekeeper but a testament to the region's colonial past. Positioned near the Keane Bridge, over the Surma River, the tower is an...
1.3 miN
Mosque
Sylhet Shahi Eidgah, Sylhet
33 min walk • The Sylhet Shahi Eidgah is an emblematic site in the heart of Sylhet, Bangladesh, known for its historical significance and religious importance. This open-air mosque, which is one of the largest in the country, serves as a gathering place for thousands of worshippers...
1.2 miW
Bridge
Keane Bridge, Sylhet
32 min walk • Spanning across the picturesque Surma River, Keane Bridge is an iconic landmark in the bustling city of Sylhet, Bangladesh. This historic bridge serves not only as a crucial artery for transportation but also as a testament to the colonial engineering prowess of the...
1.4 miNW
Universities and schools
Sylhet Government Alia Madrasah, Sylhet
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sylhet, the Sylhet Government Alia Madrasah stands as a beacon of traditional Islamic education in Bangladesh. With a rich history stretching back to its establishment in 1930, this institution has long been a pillar of the community, offering...
1.5 miNW
Library
Kendriya Muslim Sahitya Sangsad, Sylhet
38 min walk • Kendriya Muslim Sahitya Sangsad is a literary organisation located in Sylhet, Bangladesh. It is the one of the oldest organisation of its kind in Indian sub-continent and oldest in Bangladesh. It was founded on 16 September 1936 by Muhammad Nurul Haque. It has the largest non-government collection of books, magazines, inscriptions etc.
1.4 miNW
Universities and schools
Metropolitan University, Sylhet
35 min walk • Metropolitan University or MU is a private university in Sylhet and was established in 2003 by a social worker, Toufique Rahman Chowdhury, with the approval of the Ministry of Education under the Private University Act, 1992.