Rajshahi District
রাজশাহী
Rajshahi is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rajshahi division. It covers 2,407.0 km² and is home to roughly 2,915,000 people. It is best known for silk city, mango capital, Padma Garden.
History of Rajshahi
Developed as a colonial-era administrative and educational centre on the Padma river, later becoming seat of Rajshahi Division and home to one of Bangladesh's oldest universities, established in 1953.
Sunrise and sunset in Rajshahi today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Rajshahi
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Silk city, mango capital, Padma Garden
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Renowned mango orchards, the Rajshahi silk weaving industry, and a large educational-services sector.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Famous for Rajshahi silk sarees and mango varieties such as Khirshapati and Langra, celebrated with summer mango festivals.
Places to visit in Rajshahi
Other districts in Rajshahi
Frequently asked questions about Rajshahi
Which division is Rajshahi in?
Rajshahi district belongs to Rajshahi division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Rajshahi?
Rajshahi has a population of roughly 2,915,000, across an area of 2,407.0 square kilometres.
What is Rajshahi famous for?
Silk city, mango capital, Padma Garden
What time is sunrise and sunset in Rajshahi?
The sun rises at 06:04 and sets at 17:39 today in Rajshahi, giving 11:35 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Rajshahi?
Renowned mango orchards, the Rajshahi silk weaving industry, and a large educational-services sector.