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Hattanath
In Hinduism, Hattanath (Bengali alphabet, Bengali: হট্টনাথ ''hôṭṭônath''; Devanagari: हट्टनाथ ''haṭṭanātha''), who is also known as Hatkeshwar (Bengali: হাটকেশ্বর ''haṭkeśśôr''; Devanagari: हाटकेश्वर ''hāṭkeśvara'') or Bateshwar (Bengali: বটেশ্বর ''bôṭeśśôr''; Devanagari: वटेश्वर ''vaṭeśvara''), is the tutelary deity of the city of Sylhet (''Śrīhaṭṭa'') in present-day Bangladesh. He is a form of Shiva. Origins and significance According to Partha Sarathi Nath, Sylhet and the Barak Valley were ruled by the Nātha dynasty of nearby Tripura between the twelfth and thirteenth centuries, which promoted the early settlement of Nath, Nāthas and their cultural influence in this region. Among these influences is the patronage of ''Śrīhaṭṭanātha'' as the titular deity, from which the city of Sylhet (Śrīhaṭṭa) ultimately takes its name. The Nāthas are ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sylhet
Sylhet (; ) is a Metropolis, metropolitan city in the north eastern region of Bangladesh. It serves as the administrative center for both the Sylhet District and the Sylhet Division. The city is situated on the banks of the Surma River and, as of 2025, the metro area population of Sylhet is estimated to be 1,033,000, reflecting a 3.4% increase from 2024. Making it third-largest urban area. Sylhet is known for its tea plantations and natural scenery. The region has been inhabited since ancient times, and since the city's establishment in the 14th century has been ruled by various dynasties including the Mughals, the British Empire, British, and the Nawabs of Bengal. The city is also home to several important landmarks, such as one of the Islamic sites in Bangladesh, the Shah Jalal Dargah, which attracts thousands of pilgrims annually. Sylhet is also the first city in the country to have a road with no overhead cable. Sylhet is one of the most economically important cities in Bang ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
