Jhalokathi guava
ঝালকাঠির পেয়ারা
Crunchy, mildly sweet guavas from the canal orchards around Bhimruli.
At a glance
- Where
- Jhalokathi district, Barishal division
- Price
- Approx. 20–50 BDT per kg in season
- Where to try
- Bhimruli floating market
- Best time
- monsoon (Jun–Jul)
Guava is the pride of Jhalokathi, and the orchards around Bhimruli and Kirtipasha produce huge quantities in the monsoon. The fruit is crisp and refreshing, eaten fresh or sliced with salt and chilli. In peak season it is very cheap at the floating markets. Vendors across the country sell 'Barishal guava' from this belt.
Common questions
Where can you eat Jhalokathi guava?
Bhimruli floating market.
How much does Jhalokathi guava cost?
Approx. 20–50 BDT per kg in season.
When is the best time to try Jhalokathi guava?
Monsoon (Jun–Jul).
Which district is Jhalokathi guava from?
Jhalokathi district, Barishal division.
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Place Bhimruli floating guava market
ভীমরুলী ভাসমান পেয়ারা বাজারHundreds of guava boats crowd a canal junction where every sale happens on the water.
Place Kirtipasha Zamindar Bari
কীর্তিপাশা জমিদার বাড়িExpansive ruins of an old landlord's estate near the Bhimruli canals.
Representative photo Place Gabkhan Bridge
গাবখান সেতুA high bridge over the Gabkhan channel, with long views of boats and green banks below.
Representative photo Hidden place ▶ Video Sugandha river ghats
সুগন্ধা নদীর ঘাটOld ghats of a river trading town where the Sugandha and Bishkhali meet.
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Representative photo Tradition Shitalpati weaving
Jhalokathi · শীতলপাটিCool, smooth mats woven from murta cane strips, a craft that is part of Jhalokathi's identity.
Food Jhalokathi Rasgolla
Jhalokathi · ঝালকাঠির রসগোল্লাBig, syrup-soaked rasgolla from Jhalokathi's century-old ghosh sweet shops, made from fresh cow's milk chhana.
Representative photo Hidden place ▶ Video Sugandha river ghats
Jhalokathi · সুগন্ধা নদীর ঘাটOld ghats of a river trading town where the Sugandha and Bishkhali meet.