
Call of the Hills
The cool turquoise waters beside the China Clay Hills make for an extremely photogenic spot, and a lovely place for a tree-shaded picnic
Munira A. Fidai
Many know that Bangladesh is famous for its pottery-making, but how many of you are aware of the place that supplies most of the clay? Situated in Birisiri, Netrokona, the China Clay Hills supplies most of the clay that is used in the famous “maatir haari” or clay pots of Bangladesh. A secluded spot that not many know about, China Matir Pahar (China Clay Hills) are an untouched wonder of Bangladesh. The clay and certain unique chemicals give the water a clear turquoise colour that is very rare in this country, adding to the mysterious beauty of the place.
Although called “pahar”, literally translated as hills or mountains, the clay hill...