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Lalon Akhra (Shrine)
লালনের আখড়া (মাজার) · Kushtia Sadar, Chheuriya, Kushtia, Kushtia district, Khulna Division
Introduction
The akhra and tomb of the Baul master Fakir Lalon, about 2 km from Kushtia railway station. He was buried at the centre of his own akhra, and a mausoleum with a research centre was built there in 1963. Twice-yearly festivals (Dol Purnima and his October death anniversary) draw thousands of devotees and Baul singers.
Suggested time: 1-2 hours (half day during festivals)
How to get there
By rickshaw/CNG from Kushtia town or railway station (about 2 km per the source). Expect crowds and controls during festivals. Confirm current fares.
Important notes
- The akhra is about 2 kilometres from Kushtia railway station.Directly confirmedSource: Lalon — Wikipedia, Kushtia District — Banglapedia
The honest truth about costs
Free entry; transport only.
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
- A small buffer for the return journey
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Sources
- Lalon — Wikipedia (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)
- Kushtia District — Banglapedia (encyclopedia, retrieved October 14, 2026)