Top things to do

The thin stretch of parkland on the waterfront at the western edge of town makes up one of the most enjoyable public spaces in this part of Bangladesh. Late every afternoon, locals take full advantage by decamping d…

Sarinda offers Bengali and Indian food plus a few Chinese dishes, but of equal draw here is the very well-maintained garden, which is a lovely place to rest up. The kebabs are good, as are the local snacks such as s…

Tasty curries and delicious kebabs. Portions are enormous – perfect for sharing, or ask for a half-plate of rice if you're on your own. On the opposite side of the road, the related ROM III Sweets & Bakery will …

Kebabs, roast chicken, fish and biryani in one of the town’s smartest restaurants. Popular with families.

Built between 1905 and 1911, this well-kept former mansion in the city centre is now occupied by an organisation that trains female teachers, but much of the original structure remains. An ornamental marble fountain…

The original alleyway-riddled core of the town, located between the train station and the waterfront, is a fascinating place in which to get lost. The lanes are filled with market stalls selling all manner of goods;…

Three or four kilometres east of town, next to the Agriculture and Fisheries College, are the large and peaceful botanical gardens. Well laid out, although not particularly well maintained, they make a decent place …

This place offers average Chinese fare, but is OK if you fancy a change from the local cuisine.

Mymensingh has a large Hindu minority and there are several notable Hindu shrines in the old town area, of which this Shiva temple by the river is the most easily visited.

This colonial-era brick water tower is a noticeable landmark in the old centre of Mymensingh.