Sylhet is located in the north of Bangladesh in a tea growing area. The region is very beautiful and the scenic tea plantations and lush green tropical forests are the main reason to come here. The Sylhet valley is formed by the Surma and the Kushiara river. The area is a sanctuary to...

Sylhet is located in the north of Bangladesh in a tea growing area. The region is very beautiful and the scenic tea plantations and lush green tropical forests are the main reason to come here. The Sylhet valley is formed by the Surma and the Kushiara river. The area is a sanctuary to migratory birds who fly from Siberia across the Himalayas to avoid the severe cold there.

Sylhet was orginally a part of India under British Rule. After the end of British Rule win 1947 Sylhet became a part of Pakistan and later Bangladesh. Sylhet came under East Pakistan (Now Bangladesh) after a criticized referrendum. As it has Muslim Majority most voted to be a part of East Pakistan.

Sylhet is Rich in Cultural and Historical aspects.

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