HistoryBangladesh National Museum
4.3Dhaka · Dhaka
The country's largest museum, covering natural history, art, and the Liberation War.
About
A large green space in central Dhaka, popular for morning walks.
Dhaka is in Dhaka Division. Best time to visit: Oct–Mar.
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Things to do
- Walk the main trail early in the morning
- Photograph the light at golden hour
- Pick up local snacks from nearby stalls
Photos
Photo: Salim Khandoker, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Nearby places
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A lakeside promenade and bridge system in central Dhaka, lit up beautifully at night.
HistoryDhakeshwari National Temple
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Dhaka's most important Hindu temple, said to give the city its name.
Food nearby
Haji Biryani
হাজীর বিরিয়ানি
Old Dhaka's famous mutton biryani, cooked in small batches since the 1930s.
Bakarkhani
বাকরখানি
A crisp, layered flatbread from Old Dhaka, eaten with tea or kebab.
Chotpoti & Fuchka
চটপটি ও ফুচকা
Tangy, spicy street snacks that define Dhaka evenings.