District of Bangladesh
Munshiganj is a district in Dhaka Division of Bangladesh.
Munshiganj district is bounded by Dhaka and Narayanganj districts on the north, Madaripur and Shariatpur districts on the south, Cumilla and Chandpur districts on the east, Dhaka and Faridpur districts on the west.
Munshiganj district divided into 6 Upazila or sub-districts (Lohajang, Sreenagar, Munshiganj Sadar, Sirajdikhan, Tongibari, Gazaria).
How to Reach Munshiganj from Dhaka
The easiest way to travel from Dhaka to Munshiganj is to go to the South Gate behind Baitul Mukarram National Mosque. A short walk further south, you’ll find BRTC air-conditioned buses heading to Muktarpur, which is located in Munshiganj Sadar. The fare is 140 taka per person, and the journey takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.Further south from the intersection, you’ll find another air-conditioned bus service with a fare of 150 taka per person. These AC buses operate from Gulistan.
Alternatively, you can travel from the Signboard area of Narayanganj by tempo or CNG auto-rickshaw, with fares ranging from 100 to 120 taka.
Another option is to go to Staff Road and take an Asmani bus to Madanpur Bus Stand. The fare is 25 taka per person. From Madanpur, cross the bridge and take a CNG to Muktarpur for 80 taka per person.
If you prefer to avoid long waiting times for direct transport, you can travel to Koila Ghat for 40 taka and then take another CNG to Muktarpur for an additional 40 taka.
No matter which route you choose, you’ll be dropped off after crossing the Muktarpur Bridge.
Tourist Places in Munshiganj
Meghna Village Holiday Resort
ResortThis resort is on 30 bighas of land.
Entry Fee: 50 Taka and Children 10 Taka.
How to go: It is in Gojariya sub-district, Munshiganj. From Jatrabari Dhaka, go to cross the Meghna bridge via Kachpur after Sonargaon at Balukandi bus stand. From there turn left and go 1 Km to Meghna Resort.
Indrakpur Kella
FortIn 1660, this fort was built in the area of Vikrampur, called Idrakpur Fort by Mir Jumla, the commander of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. At that time, this fort was built to protect the area from attacks of pirates and Portuguese. It is said that there was communication between this fort and Lalbagh fort of Dhaka through a tunnel.
How to go: adjacent to old court office in Munshiganj Sadar.
Baba Adam Mosque
Old ArchitectureThere is an identity plate on the main entrance of the mosque. This mosque was built in 1483 AD during the period of Sultan Jalal Uddin Fateh Shah. The founder of the mosque was Kafur, Son of Sultan Mohammad Shah. The name of the mosque at that time was "Jame Mosque".
How to go: From Munshiganj, go to Cosba Village near Rampal Village.
Jora Moth
LandmarkHow to go: It is in Sonarong, Tongibari , Munshiganj.
Padma Resort
Resort16 Cottages are wooden duplex with two single and one semi-double bed. A sitting area, toilet and two balcony.
Room Rent: Rent: 2300TK (Day) and 3500 TK (Night)
Contact Person: Sadique Hossen (Manna)
Cell: 01726-306516, 01625-788920
Website: Padma Resort
How to go: From Munshiganj on the way to Mawa Ghat Padma Resort is about 8 Km away at Louhajang sub-district.
Mawa Ferry Ghat
Ferry TerminalThis is on the Bank of Padma River.
Activities:
* You can eat Ilish Fish (Ilisha) at the terminal.
* Take fresh Air on the bank of the River
* Take a Ride on Ferry, Speedboat or Launch. These transports go to Shibchar, Madaripur. Fare Ferry and Launch 25 Taka. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes time. Speedboat fare 150 Taka and takes 20 minutes to reach Shibchar.
Mawa Resort
ResortRoom Rent: Starts from Day Rate (8 AM to 6 PM) 3000 Taka and Night Stay (12 PM to 12 PM Next Day) 3500 Taka
Contact: 01711057947, 01755592585, 01755592584
Website: Mawa Resort.
How to go: From Mawa Ferry ghat go to right sight 2 Km towards at Louhajang sub-district Police station and near old Ferry Ghat.
History of Munshiganj
Munshiganj, a district rich in history, heritage, and thousands of years of civilization. This region was once known throughout Bengal as Bikrampur. In 1984, Munshiganj became a separate district after being part of Dhaka District. But the most fascinating fact is that researchers believe human settlements existed here nearly 5,000 years ago, dating back to the pre-Christian era.Some historians even suggest that the fine blue fabric discovered on the mummy of an Egyptian king from around 5,000 years ago may have originated from Bikrampur. If true, this could mean that present-day Munshiganj had connections with ancient Egypt.
Not only that, King Srichandra of the Chandra dynasty ruled for about 45 years, from 930 to 975 CE, although some sources mention 905 to 955 CE. He moved his capital from Devaparvata to Bikrampur. Just imagine—being a capital city in those days meant grand palaces, thriving trade, and a vibrant center of culture and learning.
After the decline of the Chandra dynasty, the Varman dynasty rose to power in this region. The last Varman ruler was defeated by Vijayasena of the Sena dynasty in 1097 CE. Throughout the Sena period, Bikrampur remained the capital until around 1230 CE.
Later, another Hindu ruler, Danuj Rai, defeated a successor of Keshava Sena and established his rule here. In the early 1280s, he shifted the capital to Subarnagram, present-day Sonargaon.
Historical records suggest that Bikrampur was the second capital of ancient Bengal, after Pundranagara in present-day Bogura.
During Emperor Akbar’s administrative reforms between 1572 and 1580, Bikrampur became one of the 52 parganas under the Sonargaon Sarkar. At that time, Chand Rai and Kedar Rai were the local zamindars of Bikrampur.
In the post-Aurangzeb era, Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, the first Nawab of Bengal, ruled from 1717 to 1727. During his administration, Bikrampur was divided into eight taluks, each governed by a zamindar. Muhammad Azim Khan became the zamindar of Louhajang and held the title “Khan Bahadur.”
From the Mughal period onward, present-day Munshiganj was known as Idrakpur.
In 1845, the Munshiganj subdivision was established with two police stations: Munshiganj and Srinagar.
There are different opinions about the origin of the name “Munshiganj.” Some believe it was named after Munshi Enayet Ali of Kasba village after he became a zamindar. Others believe the name comes from Haidar Ali Munshi, the chief of the local criminal court during the Mughal era.
Did you know that the birthplace of the renowned Buddhist scholar Atish Dipankar is here in Munshiganj? He was born in 982 CE.
Munshiganj is also home to the ancestral house of the world-famous scientist Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose.
In other words, Munshiganj is not just a district—it is a living witness to history, knowledge, culture, and civilization.
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You may also travel in Munshiganj
* Gazaria
* Lohajang
* Munshiganj Sadar (You are here now)
* Sirajdikhan
* Sreenagar
* Tongibari
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