Nil Doria

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Nil Doria in Chatra Union of Pirganj is a vast old waterbody — tradition says it was the moat of King Nilambar's fort. Around its roughly 92 acres of water, the district administration has built a picnic spot and tourist centre — benches, swings, a walkway and boat rides. On winter days locals regularly come in big groups for picnics.

History & significance

The place carries King Nilambar Sen's name — by local tradition this wide waterbody was the moat of his capital. Left neglected for years, it has recently been given new life as a picnic spot through about one crore taka of development by the district administration and LGED.

How to get there

Nil Doria is in Chatra Union of Pirganj upazila (Jolamahal mouza) — from Rangpur town, take the Dhaka-Dinajpur highway toward Chatra Hat. We couldn't verify the exact distance or fares — a CNG or reserved car from town is the most comfortable way. The last stretch is rural road — start back before dark.

Entry fee

No verified entry fee yet

We couldn't verify a fixed entry ticket — check before you go. Boating costs extra: one traveller's account puts the speedboat at ৳30 a head (max 12 people), about ৳360 for the full loop.

Opening hours & best time

Opening hours couldn't be verified — check locally before you go.

Best time

No specific information is available for this place. In general, the winter season (November-February) is the comfortable time to travel in the Rangpur region.

Traveller tips

Agree boat fares before boarding; settle picnic-spot charges in advance.
Visit in daylight — it's better not to be out late at an unfamiliar place.
Carry cash — cards don't work everywhere.

Location

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