Natore District
নাটোর
Natore is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rajshahi division. It covers 1,900.1 km² and is home to roughly 1,900,000 people. It is best known for uttara Gonobhaban, Natore Rajbari, kanchagolla.
History of Natore
Seat of the historic Natore Raj zamindari estate from the 18th century, whose ruler Rani Bhabani was a celebrated philanthropic patron. The Uttara Gonobhaban palace later served as a residence for the President of Bangladesh.
Sunrise and sunset in Natore today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Natore
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Uttara Gonobhaban, Natore Rajbari, kanchagolla
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Sugar and rice cultivation, alongside a well-known local sweet-making industry.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Birthplace of the kanchagolla sweet, invented here in the 19th century and now a national favourite.
Other districts in Rajshahi
Frequently asked questions about Natore
Which division is Natore in?
Natore district belongs to Rajshahi division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Natore?
Natore has a population of roughly 1,900,000, across an area of 1,900.1 square kilometres.
What is Natore famous for?
Uttara Gonobhaban, Natore Rajbari, kanchagolla
What time is sunrise and sunset in Natore?
The sun rises at 06:02 and sets at 17:37 today in Natore, giving 11:35 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Natore?
Sugar and rice cultivation, alongside a well-known local sweet-making industry.