Exploring the Iconic Kalighat Bailey Bridge

Getting There

• Car

  From the main entrance of Lawachara National Park, head south on the main road towards the Bilash Charra area. Continue driving for about 3 kilometers until you reach the intersection with Bilash Charra Rd. Turn left onto Bilash Charra Rd and drive for approximately 1 kilometer. You will see কালীঘাট বেইলী ব্রীজ on your right. There's a small parking area nearby where you can leave your car.

• Rickshaw

  If you prefer a rickshaw, you can hire one from the vicinity of the Lawachara National Park entrance. Tell the driver you want to go to কালীঘাট বেইলী ব্রীজ. The ride will take around 15-20 minutes and should cost you approximately 100-150 BDT, depending on your bargaining skills.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, take a bus or local minibus from the main bus station near Lawachara National Park heading towards the nearby towns. Ask the conductor to drop you off at the nearest stop to Bilash Charra Rd. From there, you can either walk for about 15 minutes or hire a rickshaw to cover the remaining distance to কালীঘাট বেইলী ব্রীজ.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy walking, you can take a scenic route through the park itself. From the visitor center, follow the marked trails southwards. After about a 1-hour walk through the park, you will reach the Bilash Charra area. From there, turn onto Bilash Charra Rd and walk for about 15 minutes until you reach কালীঘাট বেইলী ব্রীজ.