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In the magical spell of Junakadaha...

"Junakdaha"

Where in Bangladesh would you want to spend the rest of your life?... In answer to this question, I would say, if that place were Sunamganj, then I'd reach heaven before my time runs out! My love for Sunamganj knows no bounds!!

Today I wandered through just such a place. To those who, like me, are devoted to Narayantala in Sunamganj, I extend an invitation to explore another place.

Panchgaon in Kolmakanda. I don't know why this place hasn't created much of a stir until now. But I can say this much: as a Bangladeshi, there's no point dying before seeing this place.

Durgapur and Kolmakanda. Two sisters. Both sisters of breathtaking beauty!... You feel an urge to reach out and touch them, yet somehow they remain untouchable! Without visiting Durgapur and Kolmakanda, your understanding of Bangladesh's beauty will remain incomplete.

When you come to the foothills of the Garo Hills in Panchgaon, you'll feel wonderful. The Hajong people live there. Spend a whole afternoon there. Don't leave before the sun sets—though even if you wanted to, you wouldn't be able to. You'll become deeply immersed in the play of hills and light. This beauty is very difficult to capture in a camera or in words. This beauty must be seen and felt with your own eyes.

Let me give this place a name, shall I?

I name this place: Junakdaha.

(In Hajong language, 'junak' means 'light,' 'daha' means 'hill.' 'Junakdaha' means 'Hill of Light.')

I've uploaded some photos of Junakdaha; I intend to upload videos tonight.
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One response to “জুনাকডাহার জাদুর মায়ায়…”

  1. জুনাকডাহা….
    গিয়ে দেখতেই হবে সেই আলোর পাহাড় 😊😊

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