
Cumilla · Bangladesh · Bangladesh
Shalban Vihara, Mainamati
Ruins of a 7th–8th century monastery on the Lalmai hills, with a site museum of bronze Buddhas and terracotta plaques.
Local tip
An easy stop on the Dhaka–Chattogram highway. The site museum is closed on Sundays.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Dhaka (DAC), about 100 km by road
- Suggested stay
- 1 days
- Best season
- Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Visa and entry: Bangladesh
Visa on arrival for many nationalities at Dhaka and other international airports; others apply through an embassy or the online visa portal.
Bangladeshi citizens need nothing. Foreigners visiting the Chittagong Hill Tracts (Bandarban) should check current entry rules and register at checkpoints.
Rough daily cost per person
| ৳ BDT | ₹ INR | US$ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ৳3,050 | ₹2,200 | US$25 |
| Mid-range | ৳6,710 | ₹4,840 | US$55 |
| Comfort | ৳14,640 | ₹10,560 | US$120 |
Rooms, food, local transport and entry fees; international flights excluded. Exchange rates are approximate.
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Last updated: 2026-10-17

