dhaka heritage sites

Rose Garden: A history of passion and pride

At K.M. Das Lane in Tikatuli, Old Dhaka, lies a majestic mansion called “Rose Garden”. Interestingly, it was built by one of the prominent zamindars of Dhaka, Hrishikesh Das, to host parties.
19 April 2026, 10:00 AM

Construction of food court at Bahadur Shah Park must be halted

Construction of food court at Bahadur Shah Park must be halted
11 October 2022, 12:14 PM

No proper conservation of Old Dhaka heritage sites

Urban Study Group (USG founder, Taimur Islam, speaks to The Daily Star about his organisation's work and experience.
5 October 2022, 09:29 AM

A heritage past its welcome?

Dhaka, like any 400-year-old city would, has gone through a metamorphosis over the course of its illustrious and fascinating history, as have the lives of its inhabitants.
4 October 2019, 18:00 PM