The traditional zamindari of Tangail Dhanbari is Nawab Manzil

Located between the Bangshai and Bairan rivers, this zamindarbari has a long history. It is believed that during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, Mughal commanders Ispinjar Khan and Manowar Khan established zamindari in Dhanbari by defeating Dhanpati Singh. The Nawab Palace of Chun-Surki stands tall in its opulence and tradition even today as a witness to history. The zamindarbari gradually became an attractive place for tourists due to its magnificent architecture. So the successors of the Nawab built a picnic spot at the Zamindarbari, which became famous as the Nawab Syed Hasan Ali Royal Resort. The private company Light House Group is in charge of looking after the resort.

Nawab Manzil, locally known as Nawabbari, is an extraordinary zamindari monument located in Dhanbari Upazila of Tangail District. It was built by Nawab Ali Chowdhury and now the successors of Nawab Ali Chowdhury are taking care of this palace and they have also built several cottages here for tourist accommodation. Nawab Hasan Ali Chowdhury, a descendant of Nawab Ali Chowdhury's family, was the Minister of Industries of East Pakistan and was a Member of Parliament of Bangladesh in 1978 after independence. Syeda Ashek Akbar, daughter of Nawab Hasan Ali Chowdhury, was elected Member of Parliament in 1981.

This zamindar clan did not have to leave the country during the war to facilitate the Muslim zamindari system. As powerful as they were during their reign, their influence still exists in the local area. In 1919, Nawab Ali Chowdhury built this zamindar house to invite the then English Lord Ronald. Later, the Nawab welcomed Ronald with a fleet of 30 well-dressed elephants. Today, the zamindars are still in good condition and are being properly cared for and maintained due to their successors living there.

How to go?

The transfer bus from Dhaka's Mohakhali Bus Terminal to Tangail stops at Dhanbari right in front of Rajbari. However, it takes about 6 to 7 hours to reach Dhanbari due to local service. Besides, one can go to Tangail by Nirala Paribahan bus from Mahakhali for 160 taka and go to Rajbari by CNG or auto rickshaw.

Where will you stay?

If you want, you can stay in this resort in different types of packages. Besides, there are several hotels and guest houses for overnight stay in Tangail. Notable among these are: Palash House/ Night Gandha Residential Hotel, Al Faisal Hotel Residential, Hotel Sagar Residential, Afrin Hotel, SS Rest House, Palli Vidyut Rest House, LGED Rest House (Government), Sugandha Hotel, Nirala Hotel etc.

what to eat

Tangail has a variety of quality hotels and restaurants for dining. Among these, Hotel Nirala located at Nirala Junction of the city is particularly famous. There are a few food hotels within walking distance of Nirala Mor. Also, don't forget to eat at Tangail's famous Porabari.