NatureHatirjheel
4.4Dhaka · Dhaka
A lakeside promenade and bridge system in central Dhaka, lit up beautifully at night.
About
Louis Kahn's monumental concrete landmark, a world-renowned modern building.
Dhaka is in Dhaka Division. Best time to visit: Nov–Feb.
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Things to do
- Hire a local guide for the backstory
- Visit the on-site museum or information board
- Combine with a nearby heritage site
Photos
Photo: রিজওয়ান আহমেদ, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Nearby places
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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.