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Friday, 28 March 2008

Srimongal is famous for having the largest tea gardens in the world. Covered by the lush green carpet of tea plants, it is called "the land of two leaves and a bud". Tourists can have a look at the terraced tea garden, and pineapple, rubber and lemon plantations. The visitor to a tea estate is greeted by sweet smells and a pretty landscape that will beguile the imagination.

About 80 km from Sylhet town and connected by road and rail, Srimongal, is known as the tea capital of Bangladesh. A visit to a tea plantation in Srimongal is a memorable experience.

Tamabil, Jaflong

Situated amidst a splendid panorama, Tamabil is a border outpost on the Sylhet-Shilong Road, about 55 km away from Sylhet town. Besides the enchanting views of the area one can also have a glimpse of the waterfalls across the border from Tamabil. Nearby Jaflong is a scenic spot amidst tea gardens, where one can see stones that have rolled down the hills.

 
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