Sunamganj District
সুনামগঞ্জ
Sunamganj is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Sylhet division. It covers 3,747.2 km² and is home to roughly 2,700,000 people. It is best known for tanguar Haor (Ramsar site), Niladri Lake, Barikka Tila.
History of Sunamganj
Its vast haor wetland basin has shaped settlement and seasonal migration patterns for centuries, and the district has long served as an important boro-rice and freshwater fishery zone for greater Sylhet.
Sunrise and sunset in Sunamganj today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Sunamganj
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Tanguar Haor (Ramsar site), Niladri Lake, Barikka Tila
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Boro rice cultivation on haor land, freshwater fishing, and stone quarrying near the Meghalaya border.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Haor-based Bhatiali and baul folk songs, with houseboat tourism growing around Tanguar Haor.
Places to visit in Sunamganj
Other districts in Sylhet
Frequently asked questions about Sunamganj
Which division is Sunamganj in?
Sunamganj district belongs to Sylhet division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Sunamganj?
Sunamganj has a population of roughly 2,700,000, across an area of 3,747.2 square kilometres.
What is Sunamganj famous for?
Tanguar Haor (Ramsar site), Niladri Lake, Barikka Tila
What time is sunrise and sunset in Sunamganj?
The sun rises at 05:53 and sets at 17:27 today in Sunamganj, giving 11:34 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Sunamganj?
Boro rice cultivation on haor land, freshwater fishing, and stone quarrying near the Meghalaya border.