S M Sultan Memorial
The memorial and collection of the painter S M Sultan in Narail.
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NarailNarail travel guide, Khulna Division
Narail is a small river district of the south-west, crossed by the Madhumati, Nabaganga, Bhairab and Chitra. It is closely linked to the painter S M Sultan, famous for his powerful images of farmers, and the ancestral home of the musician Ravi Shankar is at Kalia. Landmarks include Narail Victoria College, founded in 1858, the old zamindar houses of Narail and Kalia, and the Chachuri Beel wetland. About 789,000 people live in roughly 968 km² (2022 census).
Sources: Wikipedia: Narail District, Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
At a glance
- Division
- Khulna Division
- Area
- 968 km²
- Population (2022 census)
- 788,673
- Density
- 815 people per km²
Sources: Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
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FAQ
Where is Narail?
Narail is in Bangladesh's Khulna Division, one of the country's 64 districts.
What is there to see in Narail?
Places added to this guide: S M Sultan Memorial.
When is the best time to visit Narail?
We don't have verified information on this yet, so no months are given.
Which artist is Narail associated with?
S M Sultan, the painter known for his images of muscular farmers.
Which rivers flow through Narail?
The Madhumati, Nabaganga, Bhairab and Chitra.