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Destination guide
Begum Rokeya University
বেগম রোকেয়া বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
Founded in 2008, Begum Rokeya University plants 36,000 trees of 300 species across 75 acres — many visitors call it the coolest, greenest, quietest corner of the city for a slow stroll, with birds everywhere. Shaheed Abu Sayed Chattar sits by the gate.
History & significance
Established on 12 October 2008 as Rangpur University and renamed after Begum Rokeya under the 2009 Act. The campus was built on land given by Carmichael College.
How to get there
~৳10 by auto from Modern Mor; ৳10-15 from Tajhat; Carmichael College is next door.
Entry fee
৳0 · verified
Free; wander the campus respectfully — it's a working university.
Opening hours & best time
No fixed hours — be mindful of students during class times.
Best time
In the soft afternoon light — "the best place to sit alone for a while", as travellers put it.
Traveller tips
See the Shaheed Abu Sayed Chattar by the gate.
Carmichael College is within walking distance — plan both together.
Location
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