On the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River, Mymensingh District has a mix of tourist attractions consisting of ancient sites and natural beauty. It has spectacular landscapes in the border districts. On the other hand, it has several historic sites and heritage buildings. Both of these attractions appeal tourists to visit this region throughout the year.
The division consists of 8 municipalities, 12 Upazilas and 2709 villages. Upazilas are Bhaluka, Dhobaura, Fulbaria, Gaffargaon, Gauripur, Haluaghat, Ishwarganj, Muktagachha, Mymensingh Sadar, Nandail, Phulpur, and Trishal.
The main attractions of Mymensingh are Agricultural University, Alexander Palace, Crocodile Firm, Fulbaria Orchid Garden, Gouripur Lodge, Gouripur Palace, Muktagacha Jamindar Palace, Mymensingh Museum, Palace of Moharaja Surjakanta and Shoshi Lodge. The main part of Mymensingh’s heritage is the Mymensingh Geetika which has been published as the compilation of ancient folk songs.
It is a major financial center of North Central Bangladesh. Border area cover Himalayan state of India, Gazipur, Tangail, Jamalpur, Netrokona, Kishorganj. The cadet college established in Tangail in 1963 was called Momenshahi Cadet College. The city is known for educational institutions. Other landmark institutions include Mymensingh Army Cantonment.
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