Lokayan Life Diversity Museum: A Cultural Mosaic
Explore the vibrant cultural heritage and ecological diversity of northern Bangladesh at Lokayan Life Diversity Museum.
The Lokayan Life Diversity Museum in Thakurgaon showcases the rich cultural heritage of northern Bangladesh, with exhibits on tribal lifestyles, the Liberation War, and the region's rivers. It offers a family-friendly environment with educational displays and activities.
A brief summary to Lokayan Life Diversity Museum
- 5100, Thakurgaon, 5100, BD
- +8801733-209233
- Monday 9 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the cooler months (October-March) for a more comfortable experience.
- Check for special holiday hours or events that may affect the opening times.
- Engage with the local guides for a deeper understanding of the exhibits.
- Try to visit during বর্ষামঙ্গল, নবান্ন ও পিঠা উৎসবের মতো ঐতিহ্যবাহী various festivals like বর্ষামঙ্গল, নবান্ন ও পিঠা উৎসব to experience local folk performances.
Getting There
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Walking
From Thakurgaon city center, the museum is approximately 3 kilometers away. You can take a rickshaw or taxi to reach the museum easily. The journey will take around 15-20 minutes. Negotiate the fare beforehand, typically around 50-80 BDT.
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Public Transport
From Thakurgaon Bus Stand, take a local bus towards Akcha village. The museum is located in Akcha. The bus fare is approximately 10-20 BDT. Alternatively, you can hire an auto-rickshaw from the bus stand to the museum for around 80-100 BDT.
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