Birishiri and the China Clay Hills

বিরিশিরি ও চিনামাটির পাহাড় · Durgapur (Susang Durgapur), Birishiri, Durgapur Upazila, on the Someshwari River, Netrokona district, Mymensingh Division

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Seasonal warning: Winter (November-February) is best, when the Someshwari runs clear; in monsoon the river swells and the bank is erosion-prone — take care near the edges.

Introduction

The village of Birishiri on the Someshwari River at the foot of the Garo Hills, with the striking white and multi-coloured china clay hills, is the most popular tourist attraction of Netrokona district. One trip can combine the clay cliffs and clear winter-blue river with the Birishiri Tribal Cultural Academy, Sagar Dighi (Kamala Rani's pond), Durgapur Rajbari and a boat crossing to Ranikong Mission. Much of the local population is Garo and Hajong indigenous, giving the area a distinct cultural character.

Suggested time: 1-2 days

How to get there

Take a bus from Dhaka's Mohakhali terminal to Durgapur/Birishiri (about 5 hours); local buses and CNGs also run via Netrokona town. From Birishiri bazar hire a rickshaw or tom-tom for the hills and riverbank. Confirm current schedules and fares before travelling.

Important notes

Buses run from Dhaka's Mohakhali terminal to Durgapur, taking about 5 hours.
Community-reportedSource: Durgapur Upazila, Netrokona — Wikipedia

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Photo of Birishiri and the China Clay Hills — Photo: Topu Saha · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The honest truth about costs

Local rickshaw/tom-tom hire is the main cost; rates are negotiable and changeable, so agree in advance.

What you will need to budget for

Getting there (bus, train, launch or air fare)
Stay (per night, per room)
Food (per person, per day)
Entry tickets and local transport
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Sources

বিরিশিরি — বাংলা উইকিপিডিয়া (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)
Netrokona District — Wikipedia (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)
Durgapur Upazila, Netrokona — Wikipedia (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)
Durgapur Upazila, Netrokona — Wikipedia (town anchor context) (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)

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