Travel to Makhavkunda Falls, Sylhet

Let’s learn about the location and travel to Madhavkunda Falls.

You probably won’t find a traveler who doesn’t like waterfalls. Because those who love to travel are fascinated by the sea, rivers, forests, or waterfalls!
In this case, today we will learn about the identity of a waterfall, its location, the old true or fictional stories surrounding the place, and a complete travel guide.

But before that, let’s say that the main topic of our discussion today is Madhavkunda Falls. You might have guessed by the name that we are going to discuss a well-known tourist spot today!

Introduction to Madhavkunda Falls

Basically, it would not be an understatement to say that Madhabkunda Falls is a wonderful playground of nature. Let me start by saying that the popularity of Madhabkunda Falls as the only natural and beautiful waterfall in Bangladesh is worth seeing. Bangladesh and Asia. Millions of tourists from different countries regularly visit this tourist destination.
The most positive and important aspect of visiting Madhabkunda Waterfall is that by visiting this place, you can easily enjoy the play of water falling from a 200-foot high mountain.
Seeing the sight of water flowing down such a high mountain with your own eyes can also be a reason for you to feel peace of mind.

You will also find the sound of the waterfalls or the waterfalls nearby quite enjoyable. It is as if time is about to disappear quickly due to the combination of a surprising sight and strange sounds.
The biggest thing is that as it is widely known as the largest waterfall in Bangladesh, this waterfall tour will help you face a different experience.

The Madhabchhara, which lies below the Madhabkunda Falls, is also capable of attracting the attention of any visitor. The most interesting thing is that although water is always flowing from the main stream, another small stream is created during the rainy season.

What may look like a small waterfall. During the rainy season, since water falls from both the small and large waterfalls at the same time, the lower part swells with water and doubles in size.

Where is Madhavkund Waterfall located?

Now let’s find out about the location of Madhabkunda Falls. Basically, Madhabkunda Falls is located in Moulvibazar district of Sylhet division. In simpler terms, Madhabkunda Falls is located in the inner part of Barolekha upazila of Moulvibazar district.

There are various alleged incidents regarding Madhabkunda Falls. However, among these incidents, any one incident is considered to be very true. In this case, it is absolutely impossible to ignore the history related to the naming of Madhabkunda Falls. It is believed that, A monk is responsible for this naming. At that time, the king of Srihatta, Gangadhwaj alias Govardhan Patharia, decided to build a rest house of his own on the hill and built it accordingly.

King Gangadhwaj alias Govardhan of Srihatt used to meditate in the rest house built on this Patharia hill. One day while meditating, he saw a monk underground and that monk started giving various advice to King Gangadhwaj alias Govardhan of Srihatto. Giving advice Finally, when the monk was preparing to leave and was about to leave, the divine voice was heard three times saying, “Madhav, Madhav, Madhav.” From then on, this waterfall was named Madhavkund Waterfall.

Those who visit Madhavkunda Falls will find an orange garden next to the place. This orange garden was created by a monk named Vishnudas Sanyasi in 1342. It is basically a garden located just west of the main waterfall. There is no shortage of interest among visitors about this garden.

What you will see at Madhavkunda Falls

For those who are going to visit Madhabkund Falls, there is another small waterfall as a plus point. However, this small waterfall can be enjoyed only by those who have decided to visit Madhabkund Falls only during the rainy season. Because during the rainy season This small fountain rises alongside the main fountain.

Also, a Shiva temple has been established next to the main tank of Madhavkund waterfall. Which is visited and prayed by the Hindu community visitors with great importance.

But overall, if anyone wants to know about the real beauty of Madhabkunda Falls, then I will tell you about the main scene of the waterfall coming down the stone hill. This is a different kind of hill! Which is made entirely of stone! On top of that, the clear water of the waterfall is continuously falling down. Even if I enjoy such a beautiful scene year after year, I don’t think I will ever get tired of seeing it! Overall, this Madhabkund waterfall tour can be the best option to enjoy a different and peaceful trip!

How to get to Madhavkunda Falls

First of all, you have to reach Moulvibazar district of Sylhet division. From there, by following some simple steps, you can reach this tourist spot of natural beauty called Madhabkunda Falls.

From any place in the country After reaching the district headquarters of Moulvibazar Bazar, you will see Madhabkunda Falls after crossing a distance of exactly 70 kilometers! You can also easily take a CNG autorickshaw from Kulaura to Madhabkunda directly for a fare of 400-450 taka!

Where to eat and drink on your Madhabkunda Falls trip.

What happens if you come back hungry after visiting Madhabkunda Falls? Not at all! In this case, if you want, you can go to the various mediocre restaurants that have been established in Madhabkunda and finish your meal. However, as I have already said, the price of food in these restaurants is comparatively a bit high. So those who don’t have a problem with the price can easily try the food of these restaurants. And those who have a low budget or don’t want to waste money on food can collect food from home or from a hotel in the main Sadar area of ​​Moulvibazar Bazar and take it with them.

Where to stay for the night on the Madhabkund waterfall tour

For those who will come from far and wide to enjoy the Madhabkunda Falls with their own eyes, there is a matter of overnight stay. In this case, you can stay at a hotel or rest house run by the Bangladesh Tourism Corporation. Additionally, those who want to spend the night in Madhabkunda or spend a few days making friends with Madhabkunda Falls can also stay at various hotels and resorts in Moulvibazar district.

Credit: Firoz Ahmed
24 Jul, 23 09:27 AM

Md. Hafizur Rahman
Assistant Teacher