Dhanshiri

Dhanshiri: Dhanshiri is a river in the Jhalkathi District of Bangladesh. Once it was full of youth but today it is becoming narrower^{[citation needed]}.

Significance

The river is a tourist spot. There are many shops, hotels, cultural organizations, and a real estate centre named after the river.

In Bengali literature, the Dhanshirhi River is a symbol of romance and love as introduced by great poet Jibanananda Das. The famous line of Jibanananda Das:

"Abar asibo fire Dhanshirhi-tir tiree ei Banglay."

References

"Capturing Natural Treasures". The Daily Star. 2004-06-04. http://www.thedailystar.net/magazine/2004/06/01/photography.htm. Retrieved 2008-05-27.

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Rivers of Bangladesh
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