Capital City of Bangladesh

Dhaka is the biggest city in our country. Founded in 1608 as the Seat of the Imperial Mughal Viceroys of Bengal and known the world over for centuries for its fine silk and muslin, Dhaka as the capital of Bangladesh has grown into busy city of about four mi lion people.

Having a happy blending of the old and new architectural trends, Dhaka has been developing fast as a modem city since 1982 and is throbbing with activities in all spheres of life, be it industrial, commercial, cultural or political.

A long procession of the famous three wheeled rickshaws through Dhaka's high street. Rickshaws are relied upon for transport and livelihood for a great number of people. For the casual tourist, they can provide hours of pleasure as they jingle their way the through the capital, giving one the sense of time as it is in Bangladesh.

Mosques 

Dhaka has several hundred mosques. Prominent are Baitull Mukarram-National Mosque, the seven Domed Mosque (17th century), Star Mosque (18th century) , Chawkbazar Mosque and Huseni Dalan Mosque. 

Hindu Temples 

 
Dhakeshwari Temple (11th Century), Ramkrishna Mission.

 Lalbagh Fort

It was built in 1678 A.D. by Prince Mohammad Azam, son of Mughal emperor Aurangazeb. The fort was the scene of bloody battle during the first war of independence (1857) when 260 sepoys stationed here backed by the people revolted against British forces. Outstanding among the monuments of the Lalbagh are the tomb of Pari Bibi , Lalbagh Mosque, Audience Hall and Hammam of Nawab Shaista Khan now housing a museum.

National Assembly Complex

"Jatyo Sangsad" or the National Assembly - an architectural wonder was designed by none other than Luis Kahn Sangsad Bhaban, the National Assembly Complex in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar designed by the famous architect Luis Kahn has distinctive architectural features.

Ahsan Manzil Museum 

On the bank of the river Buriganga in Dhaka the pink majestic Ahsan Manzil has been renovated and turned into a museum recently. It is an example of the nations rich cultural heritage. It was the home of the Nawab of Dhaka and a silent spectator to many events.
The renovated Ahsan Manzil is a monument of immense historical beauty. It has 31 rooms with a huge dome atop which can be seen from miles around. It now has 23 galleries displaying portraits, furniture and household articles and utensils used by the Nawab.

Curzon Hall 

Beautiful architectural building named after Lord Curzon. It now houses the Science Faculty of Dhaka University.

National Museum 

 Located at the central point of the city, the museum contains a large number of interesting collections including sculptures and paintings of the Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim periods.  

National Memorial 

Located in Savar, in the suburb of Dhaka city is the National Memorial. It was built to commemorate the martyrs of the war of independence. Jahangir Nagar University and its sprawling campus is also locted nearby. An attractive village bazaar (hut) is held at Savar very Saturday and Tuesday where typical Bangladeshi sweets, vegetables, fish, seasonal fruits and handicrafts are available.

Sonargaon

 bout 29 km. from Dhaka. Sonargaon is one of the oldest capitals of Bangal. A Folk Arts and Crafts Museum has been established here. Other attractions in and around Dhaka include the Institute of Arts and Crafts with its representative collection of folk art and paintings, handicraft shops. Aparajeya Bangla monument, picnic spots at Chandra and Salna, industrial estates of Tongi, Narayanganj, Demara, Tejgaon, cruising by country boat in the nearby river or a visit to a village to see jute cultivation, weaving and pottery making. Last but not the least travel by a horse driven cart or rickshaw along busy Dhaka streets is a rewarding experience. 


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