Hason Raja Museum – Overview & Visitor Info

Name: Hason Raja Museum (হাসন রাজা জাদুঘর)
Type: Cultural & Historical Museum
Rating: 4.2 (Based on 952+ reviews)
Location: Tegharia area, Sunamganj Sadar, on the bank of the Surma River
Entry Fee: 30 BDT
Accessibility: 5 minutes walking distance from Sunamganj city center; rickshaw easily available.

Museum of Rajas (হাছন রাজা জাদুঘর)

About the Museum

• Former residence of the legendary poet and zamindar Hason Raja.
• Preserves personal items, traditional instruments, folk songs, and historical documents.
• A key site for learning about Sylhet’s folk culture, music, and literary heritage.
• Located in Teghoria village, near Sunamganj ferry terminal.

About Hason Raja

• Full Name: Dewan Hason Raja Chowdhury
• Birth: 21 December 1854, Rampasha, Bishwanath, Sylhet
• Parents: Dewan Ali Raja and Hurmuth Jahan Bibi (last wife of Ali Raja)
• Background: Aristocratic Zamindar, Bengali poet, mystic philosopher, songwriter
• Legacy:
  • Wrote hundreds of folk songs, many collected in books such as Hachhan Udas and Shaukhin Bahar.
  • Admired by Rabindranath Tagore, who acknowledged him internationally at Oxford University lectures.
  • Known for combining folk music with philosophical and spiritual themes.

Visitor Reviews (Highlights)

• Rayhan Hussain: Highlights Hason Raja’s personal belongings, musical instruments, and historical documents. Calls it a must-see in Sunamganj.
• AAF AAF: Notes it’s historic but small; easy to visit due to its proximity to the ferry terminal.
• Dhiman Dey: Mentioned temporary closure due to flood renovations, but praised ambiance and vibe.

Overall: Appreciated for its cultural and historical significance, especially for fans of folk music and poetry.

FAQ – Hason Raja Museum

Q1. What is the entry fee?
30 BDT per visitor.

Q2. What can visitors see?
Personal belongings of Hason Raja, folk music instruments, manuscripts, and historical documents.

Q3. Is it suitable for children and students?
Yes, educational and culturally enriching.

Q4. When is it open?
Currently open, but check local updates as renovations are ongoing.

Q5. Nearby attractions:

• Sunamganj Tradition Museum (4.2)
• Hason Raja Mazar / Graveyard (3.5)
• Museum of Rajas’ (4.3)
• Sunamganj Central Shaheed Minar (4.3)