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Dinajpurদিনাজপুর
Spend 1–2 days in Dinajpur: see the historic Rajbari palace and Kantanagar Temple; add a short walk along the Ghaghat river.
Dinajpur is a northern Bangladeshi town on the Ghaghat river, known for its historic Rajbari palace and the 18th‑century Kantanagar Temple. The city is a modest transport hub; a day or two lets you visit the main sights and sample local food before heading back to Rangpur or Dhaka.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BDT
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (dry, cooler)
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- SPD
- Nights
- 1–2
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- Bangladesh ↗Apply for a visa only on the official government e-visa portal or at an embassy; lookalike sites charge extra, and the rules differ by nationality.
- Bangladesh ↗Dress modestly in cities and near mosques: cover shoulders and knees, and women carry a scarf for mosques and shrines.
- Bangladesh ↗Carry Bangladeshi taka in small notes; rickshaws, markets and small shops are cash-only, and foreign cards are not accepted everywhere.
- Bangladesh ↗Political rallies, strikes (hartal) and blockades can close roads and cut mobile internet with little notice: check the news and your hotel before any transfer day and stay away from demonstrations.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Dinajpur999 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance999
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Dinajpur, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?BDT in small notes (50s and 100s) for rickshaws, tea and entry tickets.Bangladesh-wide
- SIM or eSIMGrameenphone, Robi and Banglalink sell SIMs at Dhaka airport with passport and biometric fingerprint registration.Bangladesh-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; buy sealed bottles or use hotel filtered water.Bangladesh-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge.Bangladesh-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Bangladesh-wide
- SafetyDinajpur is generally safe for day visitors; stay alert during heavy rains and keep valuables secure in crowded markets.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and malls; squat toilets with a hose or jug elsewhere.Bangladesh-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFriday is the main day off: shops open after midday prayers, offices closed; Saturday is also a weekend day for government.Bangladesh-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSPD Saidpur Airport (39 km (24 mi) west, about 1 h by road).SPD Saidpur Airport (24 mi (39 km) west, about 1 h by road).
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws and local buses are the main options; a short taxi ride (≈15 min) reaches the Rajbari and Kantanagar Temple.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet‑food snack (fuchka, samosa)৳20–40
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ride৳15–30
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personBDT 300
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomBDT 1,500
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomBDT 2,500
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BDT 500 · Mid BDT 800 · High BDT 1,200
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SPD Saidpur Airport (39 km (24 mi) west, about 1 h by road)SPD Saidpur Airport (24 mi (39 km) west, about 1 h by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dinajpur: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Auto‑rickshaws and local buses are the main options; a short taxi ride (≈15 min) reaches the Rajbari and Kantanagar Temple.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Saidpur Airport
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Taxi or local bus, about 1 h from city centre
Useful for flights; check schedule.
Rangpur city
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Bus or car, ~2 h west
Explore Rangpur Division capital.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
City centre guesthouses
Simple rooms near banks and restaurants; good for 1‑night stays.
Hotel Dinajpur
Mid‑range hotel with restaurant, 5‑min walk to Rajbari.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ৳500–800 excl. bed
- Mid
- ৳800–1,200 excl. bed
- High
- ৳1,200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × BDT 500 | BDT 500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × BDT 800 | BDT 800 |
| Taxi from city centre to Rajbari (round‑trip)1 × BDT 200 · check | BDT 200 |
| eSIM data (7 days)1 × BDT 500 · check | BDT 500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | BDT 200 |
| Trip total≈ BDT 2,200 per person per day, bed included | BDT 2,200 |
2026 estimate in BDT; flights and long‑distance train not included.
Prices of common things
| Tea with biscuits | ৳30–50 |
| Street‑food snack (fuchka, samosa) | ৳20–40 |
| Local bus ride | ৳15–30 |
| Auto‑rickshaw (short trip) | ৳40–80 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be flooded in heavy monsoon; check conditions before travel.
- Some historic sites have limited opening hours; verify before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 999
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance999
Embassy
US consulate in Dhaka; nearest Bangladeshi embassy for foreign nationals in Dhaka.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- City centre → Rajbari (taxi): ≈ ৳200 round‑trip (check)
- City centre → Kantanagar Temple (auto‑rickshaw): ≈ ৳80 one‑way (check)
Say or show
- দুঃখিত — Excuse me / Sorry (dukhito)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhonnobad)
- এটা কত? — How much is this? (eta koto?)
- টয়লেট কোথায়? — Where is the toilet? (toilet kothay?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Dinajpur. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar (dry, cooler) · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a short bike‑rental guide for riverfront walks.
- Link to detailed Rajbari entry page and Kantanagar Temple page.
Sources
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