Sylhet Travel Guide
Bangladesh
Sylhet is a city of 964,291 people in north-eastern Bangladesh. It uses Bangladesh Standard Time and is served by Osmani International Airport, Sylhet, making air travel the main named arrival option for visitors flying in.
Sylhet is inland rather than a coastal destination. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so travellers should not plan on nearby beach visits as part of a stay in the city.
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Pays in BDT
Plug type Type C & Type D & Type G (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 999
Dial code +880
Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Bangladesh as it is in some Western countries. However, it is becoming more common, especially in tourist-oriented establishments. While not mandatory, a small tip for good service is appreciated.
Best time to visit Sylhet
Jan
24°1Feb
26°6Mar
29°11Apr
32°17May
32°21Jun
32°28Jul
32°31Aug
31°30Sep
33°23Oct
31°16Nov
29°3Dec
26°1Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Sylhet
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
football stadium
2.9 km
Sylhet District Stadium
stadium arena
0.7 km
Tilagor Eco Park
park
4.6 km
Soccer Zone Sylhet
playground
1.2 km
UCEP Training Institute - UTI, Sylhet
music venue
3.2 km
0.2 km
At-Taqwa Masjid and Islamic Center
muslim place of worship
1 km
Dreamland Amusement Park
amusement park
1.6 km
Getting there
Osmani International Airport, Sylhet · 7 km
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