Kanchenjunga emerges in blue skies, enchanted by beauty of autumn

As autumn gives way to late autumn, known locally as Hemanta, Tentulia's landscape is awash with contrasting colours. White kans flowers sway in the breeze, green tea gardens stretch towards the horizon, and the broad sandy riverbanks glow in the soft morning light. Together, the mountains, river and greenery create a picturesque setting for visitors.

On clear days, Kanchenjunga, located in the Himalayan region of India, can be seen from Tentulia and other parts of Panchagarh district. Depending on the sunlight, the snow-covered peak appears to shimmer in golden or silvery hues.

The open grounds of Tentulia's historic Dak Bungalow are among the most popular spots for viewing the mountain. However, clouds, fog and changing weather conditions often obscure the peak, making sightings unpredictable.

Beyond the mountain views, Tentulia's winding paths through tea gardens, the banks and sandbars of the Mahananda River, and its tranquil rural surroundings continue to attract tourists. The changing landscape across the seasons has further strengthened the area's appeal as a destination for nature enthusiasts.

“We heard that many people had visited but could not see Kanchenjunga because of unfavourable weather. We were fortunate enough to see it. We cannot put into words how happy we feel,” several visitors said.

Samiuzzaman, an observer at the first-class weather observatory in Tentulia, said temperatures were expected to gradually decline as the winter season approached.

“Although it still feels somewhat warm during the day, the nights are already quite cold,” he said.

Anwar Hossain, upazila nirbahi officer (UNO) of Tetulia, said Tuesday offered the clearest view of Kanchenjunga so far this season.

He added that the upazila administration remained vigilant to ensure the safety of tourists arriving from different parts of the country.

With clearer skies offering increasingly favourable viewing opportunities, Tentulia's seasonal spectacle is once again putting Bangladesh's northernmost district on the map for travellers seeking a glimpse of the Himalayas.