Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #3 in Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Tour Facts

Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 2.3 km
Ascend 6 m
Descend 7 m

Experience Dhaka in Bangladesh in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Individual Sights in Dhaka

Sight 1: Guru Duara Nanakshahi

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Gurdwara Nanak Shahi is the principal Sikh Gurdwara in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is located at the campus of the University of Dhaka and considered to be the biggest of the 9 to 10 Gurdwaras in the country. The Gurudwara commemorates the visit of Guru Nanak (1506–1507). It is said to have been built in 1830. The present building of the Gurdwara was renovated in 1988–1989. The parkarma verandah had been constructed on all four sides of the original building to provide protection.

Wikipedia: Gurdwara Nanak Shahi (EN)

225 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 2: Aparajeyo Bangla

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Aparajeyo Bangla Ranadipam Basu / CC BY-SA 3.0

Aparajeyo Bangla is one of the most well known sculptures dedicated to the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971. It is located in the campus of Dhaka University, just in front of the Faculty of Arts Building. In Bengali, the phrase means "Unvanquished Bengal".

Wikipedia: Aparajeyo Bangla (EN)

771 meters / 9 minutes

Sight 3: Tomb of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam

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Mausoleum of Kazi Nazrul Islam is a mausoleum in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It marks the grave of the 20th century writer, poet and musician Kazi Nazrul Islam, Bangladesh’s national poet. He died 29 August 1976.

Wikipedia: Mausoleum of Kazi Nazrul Islam (EN)

681 meters / 8 minutes

Sight 4: Ramna Park

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Ramna Park Hameem Shakhawat / CC BY-SA 3.0

Ramna Park or Ramna Green is a significant urban green space renowned for its historical significance and recreational amenities, situated at the centre of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Described the "lungs of Dhaka City," the 68.50-acre (277,200 m2) park was built during the British colonial era with a lake at its core, undergoing several transformations over the years and evolving into a popular public space. Additionally, Ramna Park hosts cultural events and festivals, notably, the yearly Bengali New Year celebrations, further enriching its role as a communal space for relaxation and social gatherings.

Wikipedia: Ramna Park (EN)

615 meters / 7 minutes

Sight 5: Suhrawardy Udyan

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Suhrawardy Udyan is a national memorial and public space located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Originally known as Ramna Race Course, it holds significant historical importance due to its association with key events in the country's history.

Wikipedia: Suhrawardy Udyan (EN)

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