Madhabkunda waterfall () is one of the highest waterfalls in Bangladesh. It is situated in Barlekha Upazila in Moulvibazar District. The waterfall is a popular tourist spot in Bangladesh. Big boulders, surrounding forest, and the adjoining streams attracts many tourists for picnic parties and day trips.

History

During a hunting expedition in the Patharia hills, Raja Govardhan of Gour (reigned 1250–1260) wished to establish a resting place for the benefit of travellers. He came across a monk by the name of Madhabeshwar meditating under a waterfall. In respect of the monk, the waterfall was called Madhabkunda waterfall.

Madhabkunda waterfall

Transport

It is located at and about high. It is about five km away from Dakshinbagh railway station on the Kulaura-Shabajpur track (see Akhaura-Kulaura-Chhatak Line), and from Dhaka city.

Madhabkunda waterfall

Visitors can visit Madhabkunda either from Sylhet or Moulvibazar by road, or from Kulaura Junction by train.

Madhabkunda waterfall

Gallery

Sources

External links

Travel Bangladesh, Discovery Bangladesh

The Independent Bangladesh, Newspaper

Waterfalls of Bangladesh

Barlekha Upazila