Malnicherra Tea Estate

Malnicherra Tea Estate is a tea garden located in Sylhet district of Bangladesh. It is the oldest tea garden in the subcontinent. Malnichhera Tea Garden is not only the largest and first established tea garden in Bangladesh, but also in the subcontinent.

Key details

• Historical significance: The commercial cultivation of tea in Sylhet began here in 1857. A nearby estate in Chittagong grew and tested tea earlier in 1843, but Malnicherra is where commercial production took off.
• Location: It is situated in the Sylhet District of Bangladesh.
• Attractions: The estate features vast, green tea gardens that offer a serene and natural environment. Some sources mention that visitors can take guided tours to see the tea production process.
• Accessibility: Google Maps lists the estate as being open 24 hours a day. Tourists can visit the gardens to enjoy the scenery.
• Tourism: Due to its picturesque nature, it draws many local and international visitors.