Halti Bill under Naldanga police station, 10 km from Natore headquarters, is well known as one of the entertainment centers of the district. Extension of Halti Bill across Piprul, Khajura, Madhnagar and Brahmapur Unions of Natore Sadar Upazila. Being connected to Atrai River, this bill is naturally famous as a breeding ground for various species of delicious fish. Different forms of Halti’s bill are seen from season to season. Especially from Baisakh to Kartik months, the area around Bille is submerged in 5 to 8 feet of water. Then the small villages located between the bills look like islands. The nearly 8 km long submersible road connecting Piprul to Khajura through Halti Bill has further enhanced the attractiveness of the bill.
The beauty of the road from Patul to Khajura on the way to Halti Bill, the rushing water and the boisterous wind refresh the mind of the visitor. Many in the north therefore termed this bill as a mini beach. Every year during the rainy season, many tourists flock here to enjoy boat trips and scenic views.
How to go
Natore can be reached from Dhaka by road and rail. Nator can also be reached by taking a direct bus from Kalyanpur or Gabtali of the capital, Greenline, Shyamoli, National and Hanif Paribahan to Nator or Rajshahi bound bus. Fares vary from Tk 590 to Tk 1300. Apart from this, Natore can also be eaten on Nilsagar Express, Burimari Express, Rangpur Express, Ekta Express, Hrityan Express, Kurigram Express, Lalmani Express, Panchagarh Express trains from Dhaka. Train fare will be 375 to 1288 taka per seat. From Madrasa Road in Natore district town, one can visit Halti Bill which is just 2 km from Naldanga upazila by auto rickshaw, van, motorcycle or CNG.
Nearest Places to Visit
Chalanbil Museum, Chalanbil, Rani Bhavani Natore Rajbari and Uttara Ganabhavan are notable places to visit in Natore