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What to do and see in Dhaka City, Bangladesh: The Best Places and Tips
Densely populated and humming with activity at all hours, Dhaka is a city of contrasts between old and new, rich and poor, industry and folk. From the concrete National Parliament House and ultramodern Bashundhara City, the largest shopping mall in South Asia, to the 17th Century Lalbagh Fort and the open markets along the city's side streets, these contrasts vividly shape the city. Visit the many mosques, temples and museums for a taste of Bengali culture and history.
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1. National Parliament House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 464 reviews
Reviewed By garlec - Portland, Oregon
You can't go in, but it's interesting to see the architecture. Worth a brief stop but not much more.
2. Liberation War Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By zamanwho - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Liberation War Museum started in a two-storied old building at Segunbagicha in Dhaka. This old site of the Museum, where the Liberation War of Bangladesh had been portrayed beautifully, was an amazing place for history lovers. We visited that place in some occasions. The Museum shifted to its permanent location at Sher-e Bangla Nagar, Agargaon in Dhaka and the new building inaugurated in the last year. The new custom-built building has huge space, which displays in several galleries, which include photographs, documents, media coverage and materials used by freedom fighters and martyrs of the Liberation War. It’s an amazing place to visit in Dhaka for the locals and tourists.
3. Ahsan Manzil
Overall Ratings
4 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By SatyendraGarg - New Delhi, India
The must-see Pink Palace was built in 1872 on the site of an old French factory by Nawab Abdul Ghani, the city’s wealthiest zamindar. Some 16 years after the palace’s construction, it was damaged by a tornado. It was altered during restoration and became even grander than before. Lord Curzon stayed here whenever he was in town.
After the death of the nawab and his son, the palace fell into disrepair. It was restored in the late 1980s, aided by photos of each of the 23 rooms, taken during the high point of the palace’s history. The photos, family portraits and the skull of Nawab Abdul Ghani’s favourite elephant, Feroz Jung are on display in the Ahsan Manzil.
We spent quite a bit of time, both inside the Building appreciating its collection and outside seeing its imposing and beautiful figure.
4. Hatirjheel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By SatyendraGarg - New Delhi, India
We were staying close to the Lake and I thought I will get a chance to go around for morning walk. As it was raining most of the time, this was not possible. I saw the beautiful lake while going for dinner in the night. It looks beautiful with so much of light all around. It would be good to take a stroll around the lake. Looking for an opportunity during the net trip to Dhaka.
5. Lalbag Fort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 654 reviews
Lalbag Fort was the sight of the first battle for independence against the British in 1857.
Reviewed By rony234 - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Beautiful place to visit and know the history of old Dhaka. Well maintained. You have to buy tickets in entry point. Different ticket price for Bangladeshi, SAARC and rest of others.
Traffic usually busy at evening. If you have plan to visit go early.
Various Restaurants outside the fort.
You can test biriani as well.
6. Sonargaon
Overall Ratings
4 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By Eery M - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
This place must be visited by anyone in Dhaka or anyone visiting the capital city with half a day to spare for visiting tourist attractions. It has got hysterical buildings with magnificent surroundings. There is a lot to see in this place. Instead of a single large museum, this place is kind of like a museum but the items are all spaciously spread out around the huge area. As a result this place never seems too crowded or too lonely. Definitely you will have a great time.
BONUS: If you visit Sonargaon, then you must visit the historical town of Panam City which is situated right after this place (5 to 10 minutes of walking distance away). In my opinion, Panam City is a better attraction than Sonargaon if you like old houses and moreover that will give you the opportunity to take some great photos.
7. Shahid Minar
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4.5 based on 156 reviews
Symbol of Bengali nationalism. This monument was built to commemorate the martyrs of the historic Language movement of 1952(only and one languafe movement in the world's history). Hundreds and thousands of people with floral wreaths and bouquet gather on 21 February every year to pay respect in a solemn atmosphere. Celebrations begin at zero hour of midnight. As recognisation of the language movement UN declear 21 February as International mother language day in 1999, which ovsreve all over the world every year on 21 February.
Reviewed By Eery M - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
This site is of great significance and importance in the history of Bangladesh. It was created to show respect towards the great people who sacrificed their lives in 1952 in order to establish Bangla as the national language. This was an unique revolution as nowhere else in the world there has been such documented revolution in national level to gain right to the preferred language. The structure is really awesome, but the site isn't maintained at all. The surrounding environment is filthy, homeless people roam on and around the place. In simple words, this site is not getting the respect which it rightfully deserves. IMO, rather than visiting the place in person, it would be better for its image to read about the history related to this place, and to watch the numerous wonderful photos that are available online.
8. Dhakeshwari Temple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By Giorgia R - Leiden, The Netherlands
I have been here two years ago during the Durga Puja. Needless to say that this place got my heart. During the celebrations Muslims and Hindus were praying together, all the divinities were surrounded by offerings, fruit and lights. Just a Magic Atmosphere which reminds that Dhaka is a city with many religions living in peace. Hope to come back soon.
9. Bangladesh National Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By zamanwho - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Bangladesh National Museum or Bangladesh Jatiya Jadughar is a multidisciplinary museum located at Shahbag in Dhaka city with a magnificent building. Collections from several disciplines like archaeology, history, ethnography and natural history are displayed in this museum and it has splendid collections. The Museum also illustrates the freedom struggle culminating in the liberation of Bangladesh. It’s a great place to visit in Dhaka for the tourists and locals to observe the history and culture of Bangladesh.
10. Nilket
Overall Ratings
4 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By zamanwho - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Nilkhet is very familiar place mainly for the students of Dhaka City, it is located very near to New Market. This a place, where one can find varieties of local and international new and old books and stationery with reasonable price. Varieties of services like photocopy, printing, binding, purchasing, selling and buying of books and magazines are available. It’s a bit crowded place, therefore, take care of your wallet and other valuable items.
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