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Your complete map to Bangladesh’s most iconic Mughal mosques

#Heritage / Your complete map to Bangladesh’s most iconic Mughal mosques

5 March 2026, 16:06 PM
Explore Bangladesh's architectural heritage through this curated map of prominent Mughal mosques. Spanning the Sultanate era to the Battle of Palashi, these three-domed landmarks in Dhaka and beyond offer history buffs a profound cultural journey.
5 March 2026, 16:06 PM
Planning a quiet trip? Netrokona offers nature without the crowd

Planning a quiet trip? Netrokona offers nature without the crowd

1 March 2026, 15:18 PM
Explore Netrokona, a hidden Mymensingh gem featuring Birishiri Lake and scenic China Clay Hills. Visit Kalmakanda for historic freedom fighter tombs before enjoying iconic balish mishti, ensuring a peaceful, culturally rich Bangladeshi travel experience today.
1 March 2026, 15:18 PM
Why you should explore Bangladesh in your 20s

Why you should explore Bangladesh in your 20s

15 December 2025, 13:07 PM
Embrace youthful adventure by exploring Bangladesh in your twenties, where budget-friendly gems like Cox’s Bazar and the Sundarbans await. Discover invaluable life lessons through local encounters, building lasting memories while navigating this beautiful, vibrant nation.
15 December 2025, 13:07 PM
Men deserve a day without any plans

#Perspective / Leave me alone during downtime!

17 November 2025, 13:00 PM
Downtime is essential for rest, joy, and mental peace in a hectic week. A day to relax, do nothing, or enjoy simple pleasures — uninterrupted by work or obligations — recharges the mind and nurtures true personal happiness.
17 November 2025, 13:00 PM
The complete Mymensingh travel map: Your go-to guide to local wonders

The complete Mymensingh travel map: Your go-to guide to local wonders

6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
Discover Mymensingh's hidden gems with our detailed travel map covering must-visit spots, historic sites, scenic beauty, and local culinary delights. From tranquil hills to unique foods, explore a rich cultural experience in this vibrant division.
6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
Restaurant hype vs. reality: Are we overspending?

Restaurant hype vs. reality: Are we overspending?

11 October 2025, 09:54 AM
Dhaka’s booming restaurant culture drives rising monthly expenses, often Tk 10,000–15,000 for couples. While dining out feels recreational, mindful spending, saving, or investing in travel or hobbies offers better long-term satisfaction and financial balance.
11 October 2025, 09:54 AM
Things Dhaka should learn from Chattogram!

#Perspective / Things Dhaka should learn from Chattogram!

19 June 2025, 10:29 AM
As someone who has lived in Dhaka and Chattogram for a more or less equal number of years, I am here to tell you that the port city is much better than the capital. Admit it: Dhaka is overrated.
19 June 2025, 10:29 AM
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#Perspective / Real fatherhood according to Don Corleone

14 June 2025, 08:46 AM
The Godfather brilliantly explores fatherhood through Vito and Michael Corleone’s emotional journey, portraying loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of being a father and son across generations in a crime-driven yet deeply human family saga.
14 June 2025, 08:46 AM
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Dhaka's lost bridges

To illustrate, the visual featured here -- taken from the book Glimpses of Old Dhaka by Syed Muhammed Taifoor (Second edition, 1956) -- has the caption, "Ruined bridge at Tantibazar-Nowabpur Road".   
26 November 2023, 11:00 AM
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The Wonder of Saat Gombuj Masjid

If you went to the Mohammadpur area, you would come across a splendid Mughal-era mosque: Saat Gombuj Masjid, or Seven-domed Mosque.
23 November 2023, 10:56 AM
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A forgotten history: The Prince who dethroned Dhaka as a capital

His tenure in Bengal began in 1639, and a curious footnote would be that he actually stripped Dhaka of its status as a Mughal capital, shifting the seat of government to Rajmahal (a place now in India).
29 October 2023, 11:00 AM
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Lighting up Dhaka: The first electric lights in our city!

In the late 19th century, some of the streets had oil lamps, and there was also an announcement by Ahsanullah to introduce gas lamps. 
26 October 2023, 11:00 AM
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Tales of the Dhakeshwari temple: Mysteries, legends, and a city

The legend of unearthing the idol is traditionally ascribed to Ballal Sen, but it is doubtful whether this story talks of the renowned 12th-century king, Ballal Sen.
22 October 2023, 11:00 AM
Marlon Brando’s Dhaka visit

Remembering Marlon Brando’s Dhaka visit

Well, it’s a little late for that of course. 
15 October 2023, 11:00 AM
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Curzon Hall: Beyond Dhaka University!

Dhaka University was established in 1921, whereas the foundation of Curzon Hall was laid in 1904.
12 October 2023, 11:10 AM
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The Pogose legacy: An Armenian heritage in Dhaka

Now known as Pogose Laboratory School and College, operating under Jagannath University, it was founded as far back as 1848, by Joakim Gregory Nicholas Pogose, a rich Armenian businessman. 
8 October 2023, 10:41 AM
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The company that made horse carriages popular in Dhaka

When you see a carriage today in the capital, you probably think of it as a recreational ride or a vehicle by which bridegrooms arrive at weddings.
1 October 2023, 09:55 AM
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3 global travel vloggers reveal their stories

They have bragworthy numbers of subscribers and followers; they have those staggering numbers of likes and views — now, for their insights…
25 September 2023, 18:00 PM
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The bakharkhani types!

Bakharkhani in Dhaka mainly comes in three flavours. Perhaps, the most popular is the classic one. There is also a sweet twist to the classic bakharkhani, which is sometimes slightly harder in texture.
24 September 2023, 11:14 AM
The Bangladesh experience: 3 global travel vloggers reveal their stories

The Bangladesh experience: 3 global travel vloggers reveal their stories

Several foreign travel vloggers have visited our country, entertaining Bangladeshis and the rest of the world with their videos on our food, culture, sights and sounds, and people. Their vlogs never fail to create a buzz on YouTube and social media.
24 September 2023, 10:59 AM
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Lalbagh Fort: A cursed Mughal monument?

Hence, first abandoned by a prince, and then shunned away as inauspicious, Lalbagh Kella remained a work-in-progress, forever incomplete!
17 September 2023, 11:21 AM
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Gandaria: Sugarcane central of a bygone era

The hint of this past is in its very name — “gandari” means sugarcane, and it is widely believed that the etymology is based on all the sugarcane cultivation that took place there.
14 September 2023, 10:24 AM
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Old Dhaka's Beauty Lassi going strong even after 100 years!

How much did our city change in the last 100 years? Definitely an astounding lot! But Beauty Lassi and Falooda has stood — nay, won — the test of time.
10 September 2023, 11:12 AM
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Shah Jahan's Dhaka visit before he became the Mughal emperor

Before he became an emperor, he actually came to our city in 1624. 
7 September 2023, 10:45 AM
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Rose Garden and a story of rise and fall of affluence

It was also rumoured that Rose Garden was made to compete with the famous Baldah Garden, which was one of the venues for elite parties, and that the insult probably came from someone associated with the affluent Baldah family. 
3 September 2023, 08:08 AM
Our undying love for kebabs in Dhaka

Our undying love for kebabs in Dhaka

Once upon a time, naan-taftan was a kind of bread that accompanied assorted kebabs — essentially a kebab platter — among which, this sheekh kebab was much-cherished.   
31 August 2023, 08:51 AM
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The iconic Tara Masjid did not always have those stars!

Today, it is hard to imagine our beloved Star Mosque without its stars. And with that comes the obvious question, what was the name of this mosque before those stars were added?
27 August 2023, 07:09 AM
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Tehari for breakfast?

The passion for this food is nothing new, and mornings used to be the popular time for it.
24 August 2023, 08:18 AM

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