Bogura District
বগুড়া
Bogura is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rajshahi division. It covers 2,919.9 km² and is home to roughly 3,800,000 people. It is best known for mahasthangarh (oldest city), doi (sweet yogurt).
History of Bogura
Site of Mahasthangarh, believed to be the oldest archaeological urban site in Bangladesh, dating to the 3rd century BCE as capital of the ancient Pundravardhana kingdom.
Sunrise and sunset in Bogura today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Bogura
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Mahasthangarh (oldest city), doi (sweet yogurt)
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
A major agro-processing and trading hub for potato and rice from across northern Bangladesh.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Famous nationwide for its distinctive sweet yogurt (doi) and traditional pottery from the Mahasthan area.
Places to visit in Bogura
Other districts in Rajshahi
Frequently asked questions about Bogura
Which division is Bogura in?
Bogura district belongs to Rajshahi division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Bogura?
Bogura has a population of roughly 3,800,000, across an area of 2,919.9 square kilometres.
What is Bogura famous for?
Mahasthangarh (oldest city), doi (sweet yogurt)
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bogura?
The sun rises at 06:01 and sets at 17:35 today in Bogura, giving 11:35 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Bogura?
A major agro-processing and trading hub for potato and rice from across northern Bangladesh.