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Introduction
Welcome to BestBari’s Top 5 Places to visit in Dhaka published by our team of Dhaka locals and travel enthusiasts who have been almost about everywhere you can think in Dhaka.
Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh is a 17th century old city and was originally the Mughal capital of Bengal and is the city of hope and dreams for millions of Bangladeshis, who come to the nation’s capital to find work and advance their careers and lifestyle.
If you are happening to be visiting Dhaka, expatriating for work in Dhaka or a local seeking for adventure or wanting to learning about the Bangladesh’s history, there are five must-see places to tick off your bucket list. On behalf of BestBari, we hope you enjoy reading the Top 5 Places to visit in Dhaka and enjoy your time in Dhaka.
- Bangladesh National Parliament – An Architectural Masterpiece
Bangladesh National Parliament is a true architectural masterpiece.
 | Location: Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh |
 | Opening times: Mon – Sun (9am – 5:30pm) / Fri & Sat is closed |
If you are an admirer or architecture, you will enjoy visiting the Bangladesh National Parliament building located in Dhaka. The Bangladesh National Parliament building is a modernist piece of art symbolising Bangladesh’s independence from Pakistan in 1971.
The building itself was designed by the renowned US architect and planner Louis I. Kahn, Professor at Yale University. The development of the building commenced before 1964 but was delayed due to the War of Independence and was finally completed in 1982.
The octagonal building includes exposed grey concrete and blends of marble façade to juxtapose/complement Dhaka’s concrete city jungle. Bangladesh National Parliament building houses the country’s Parliament and certainly an interesting place to visit for those keen to learn more about Bangladesh’s political system and parliament.
- Lalbagh Fort – A Part of Mughal Empire’s History, Located Right in Dhaka
The majestic Lalbagh Fort, a piece of ancient history of the Mughal Empire located in Dhaka.
| Location: Lalbagh Rd, Dhaka 1211, Bangladesh |
| Opening times: Mon (1:30 – 5pm), Tues – Sat (9am – 5pm), Fri (9am – 12:30pm, 2 – 5pm) and Sunday is Closed |
The Lalbagh Fort (also referred to as Fort Aurangabad) is one of the architectural jewels of the Mughal Empire from the 17th century. The ancient landmark was commissioned by Prince Mohammed Azam, son of the then Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The construction of the fort was later handed over to Shaista Khan, the legislative authority of Dhaka for completion.
However, Shaista Khan did not continue the work, because his daughter had suddenly died in the building and Shaista believed that the fort was cursed and abandoned the construction.
Full of rich Mughal history, the Lalbagh Fort is not to be missed if you are travelling to Dhaka. There is a gorgeous gallery inside, displaying Mughal calligraphy, artwork and even ancient swords and weapons that were used by the Mughals during the era.
- Ahsan Manzil Museum – Where European design meets Mughal history
| Location: Latif Complex, Islampur Rd, Dhaka |
| Opening times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun (10:30am – 5:30pm), Fri (3am – 8pm), Thurs is Closed |
Another historic site to tick-off on your list while in Dhaka is Ahsan Manzil, located in Kumartali at the bank of Dhaka’s Buriganga river. Not only is Ahsan Mazil Pone of the most photogenic attractions in Dhaka, it is also one of the most historical places in Dhaka.
The Ahsan Mazil Palace was built in 1872 is now classified as a national monument of Bangladesh. The site was originally constructed by British company, Martin and Company and was later purchased by Abdul Ghani, the Nawab of Dhaka, in 1830 from a French trading company to use it as a factory. It was damaged by a storm and then rebuilt with major changes and further expansion to the site.
The design of the Ahsan Mazil is symmetrical with European architecture and features. The bring pink presents a stark contrast against the banks of the Buringa River and really brings the architectural elements of the Mughal and European empires together, which is a rare sight to see.
Bangladesh National Museum – A Historian’s Heaven
The Bangladesh National Museum, where you will find ancient artefacts to historic documents.
| Location: Latif Complex, Islampur Rd, Dhaka |
| Opening times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun (10:30am – 5:30pm), Fri (3am – 8pm), Thurs is Closed |
If you like learning about culture and history, you will enjoy the Bangladesh National Museum. Here you will find historic artefacts from ancient civilisations as well remnants and documents from modern history. In the museum, you will learn about Bangladesh’s flora and fauna, including the majestic Bengal tigers of the Sundardans.
The Bangladesh National Museum was established in 1913 and was formerly known as the Dhaka Museum. The national museum presents evidence of Bangladesh’s liberation war and symbolises the struggle and triumph for the country’s independence.
- Sadarghat River Port – Experience the Real Bangladesh
The Sadarghat river port, a must visit for passionate photographers.
| Location: Buriganga Riverfront, Dhaka City |
| Opening times: Open all day |
Last but not least, if you are seeking adventure and would like to experience a real taste of Bangladesh, check out the Sadarghat River Port located in Dhaka’s Buriganga Riverfront.
The Sadarghat River Port is one the world’s largest Riverene ports and that showcases the hustle and bustle of more than 30,000 people travelling daily to use the river port. It’s also located at the central point of the southern side of Bangladesh and an absolute must see for any passionate photographers looking to capture a shot that is something very dynamic, chaotic and only found in Dhaka.
Conclusion
We hope you found the Top 5 Places to visit in Dhaka useful and practical. It was challenging to fit only 5 attractions to visit in Dhaka. Another historic site that did not make the list but is highly recommended is the National Martyrs’ Memorial (the picture shown on the front of this guide), which is the national monument of Bangladesh and pays tribute to the martyr’s and freedom fighters that helped liberate Bangladesh during its War of Independence in 1971.
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