A haor in Sylhet region A haor (Bengali: হাওর) [a] is a wetland ecosystem in the north eastern part of Bangladesh which physically is a bowl or saucer shaped shallow depression, also known as a backswamp. [1][2][3][4][5] During monsoons haors receive surface runoff water from rivers and canals to become vast stretches of turbulent water.

Tanguar Haor (Bengali: টাঙ্গুয়ার হাওর) is a wetland ecosystem located in the Dharmapasha and Tahirpur upazilas of Sunamganj District in Bangladesh. The area of Tanguar Haor including 46 villages within the haor is about 100 square kilometres (39 sq mi) of which 2,802.36 ha 2 is wetland.

A haor is a wetland habitat in Bangladesh’s north-eastern region that is geographically a shallow depression in the form of a bowl or saucer, also known as a back swamp.

Haor bowl-shaped large tectonic depression. It receives surface runoff water by rivers and khals, and consequently, a haor becomes very extensive water body in the monsoon and dries up mostly in the post-monsoon period.

This is a definite framework plan for the integrated development of haor area thereby ensuring preservation of haor, wetlands and their ecosystem. It will be implemented on the short, medium and long term basis with provision for updating and …

Having a wide variety or peculiarities of its flora and fauna, it performs a special role for maintaining the genetic and ecological diversity. Fishes of 107 species were available in the haor but a report of IUCN in 2008 represent that only 75 species are remain today.

Recognizing its unique beauty, the Haor Basin is steadily becoming a popular tourist attraction in Bangladesh. In winter the Haor Basin is home to thousands of migratory birds and is an ideal time for bird-watchers to visit.

Haor Map Embark on a journey to uncover the mesmerizing beauty and rich cultural heritage of Bangladesh's haors. Dive into the heart of this enchanting world as we explore the serene waters, lush landscapes, and captivating stories that make these lakes a treasure trove of natural wonders and cultural significance.

A haor is a wetland ecosystem in the north eastern part of Bangladesh which physically is a bowl or saucer shaped shallow depression, also known as a backswamp. During monsoon haors receive surface runoff water from rivers and canals to become vast stretches of turbulent water.

Hakaluki Haor, located in the northeastern region of Bangladesh, is one of the country’s major wetlands. It is home to numerous bird species, such as the globally threatened Baikal Teal and the Greater Adjutant.