The Sundarbans
A mangrove forest on the south-west coast, threaded with rivers and channels.
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KhulnaKhulna travel guide, Khulna Division
Khulna district runs from the city of Khulna on the Rupsa and Bhairab rivers south to the Bay of Bengal, taking in part of the Sundarbans mangrove forest, home of the Bengal tiger. Tidal rivers such as the Shibsa and Pasur wind through its southern half. The city is a centre of shipbuilding and industry, with the Khan Jahan Ali Bridge crossing the Rupsa and the Khulna Divisional Museum in town. About 2.61 million people live in roughly 4,394 km² (2022 census).
Sources: Wikipedia: Khulna District, Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
At a glance
- Division
- Khulna Division
- Area
- 4,394 km²
- Population (2022 census)
- 2,613,385
- Density
- 595 people per km²
Sources: Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
Places to see
Travel facts
- Best time to visit
- The Sundarbans: Oct–Mar
- Estimated costs
- See each place's page for reported entry fees and sources.
FAQ
Where is Khulna?
Khulna is in Bangladesh's Khulna Division, one of the country's 64 districts.
What is there to see in Khulna?
Places added to this guide: The Sundarbans.
When is the best time to visit Khulna?
We don't have verified information on this yet, so no months are given.
Is the Sundarbans in Khulna district?
Yes, part of the Sundarbans lies in the south of Khulna district; other parts are in Bagerhat and Satkhira.
Which rivers flow past Khulna city?
The Rupsa and the Bhairab.